Step 1 : Introduction to the question " What does the term xerostomia refer to? "
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Xerostomia is the medical term used for dry mouth. Dry mouth can be caused by various reasons including some types of medication, side effect of certain diseases and infections, such as Sjogrens sydrome (an autoimmune disease), Alzheimer's disease, diabetes, anemia, cystic fibrosis, rheumatoid arthritis, hypertension, Parkinson's disease, stroke, and mumps. Side effect of certain medical treatments, such as radiation or chemotherapy, as well as others. It can increase the risk of cavities and other dental problems.It is very hard to control, but can be helped by using products containing xylitol (gum, mints, etc.) that help stimulate the production of saliva.
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Step 2 : Answer to the question " What does the term xerostomia refer to? "
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