Lupus Support Group

Lupus is an auto-immune disease in which the immune system cannot distinguish between threats (like viruses and bacteria), and healthy cells and tissue. As a result, the body produces antibodies that inflict cell damage, most commonly targeting joints, skin, kidneys and the nervous system. Join the group and find support for coping with lupus.

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esther04 02/09/2016

I have lupus lots of pain plus very dry mouth I have tried the spray and carry around a bottle of water and also polo sweets and chewing gum. But these methods don't seem to be working does any one know of any thing that does?

MToennis 02/09/2016

There is a pill for dry mouth. Starts with an E. Hmmmmmmm. I took it, made me nauseated. But a lot of folks really swear by it. But I cant remember the name. The Rheumy should know. Maybe his memory is better than mine.
Mary Ann

nanny1611 02/09/2016

Are your eyes also dry? If so, you might want to ask your doctor if it's possible that you have Sjogren's Disease. Be sure to tell your doctor about the dry mouth, as that can cause problems such as cavities, etc.

full0flife 02/14/2016

I have the same problem too and recently was told to try Xylimelts. You can find it at Walgreens.

SilverButterflies 02/23/2016

I have the same problem too! Dry mouth and eyes. I can't count the times that I have been to the dentist. I have crowns on practically all my uper teeth. Constant gum infections!!

Everyone I know who has some kind of autoimmune condition has these dental issues as well, that's why I don't think this is a symptom of a specific condition, just part of autoimmune. Something many of us share.

I use eye drops for eyes when it gets bad (not all the time, and please remember to get a fresh bottle of eye drops every month)

For my teeth, I try to do my best to keep them clean. Brushing teeth, mouthwash etc.
Every now and then, I need to combat the gum infection with antibiotics.

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