| Literature DB >> 28916028 |
Jillian W Millsop1, Elizabeth A Wang1, Nasim Fazel2.
Abstract
Xerostomia is defined as the complaint of oral dryness. It is a condition that primarily affects older adults and can have a significant negative effect on one's quality of life. Patients with xerostomia often do not have objective signs of hyposalivation. The underlying etiology of xerostomia includes a variety of systemic diseases and local factors. Our aim is to provide a comprehensive review of the differential diagnosis, evaluation, and management of xerostomia. Prompt diagnosis and management can alleviate the clinical manifestations of this debilitating condition.Entities:
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Year: 2017 PMID: 28916028 DOI: 10.1016/j.clindermatol.2017.06.010
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Clin Dermatol ISSN: 0738-081X Impact factor: 3.541