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white stuff on tongue

When I wake each morning I have a coating of white stuff on my tongue.My mouth is also very dry and sometimes  feels stcky , I also get white  chrystals on the outside of my lips. I do take  Advair and Spiriva every day. how can I help this problem?
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Good health to you.   I drink almost a gallon of water a day.  I just keep the gallon jug near me so i can see how much I'm drinking.... and i keep it cold. Oh, btw, tea and sodas dehydrate.
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I have thought about dehydration as a reason for problems. Will try drinking more water as I know I don't drink enough. Thanks.
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thanks . i'll try the cider vinegar. I do brush my teeth before bed as well.
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Make sure you brush your teeth well before going to bed.  And don't take any antiacids as they coat your tongue while you sleep. (Tums, Gas X, etc.)  You might try just a little apple cider vinegar in your last glass of water.  The vinegar will "kill" any bacteria left in your mouth.  -  Hope this helps you.
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My tongue has a coating of white on it, not sure what it is. Your mouth is dry and sticky probably from dehydration. I have also gotten white crystals around my mouth from too much salt in diet and dehydration.
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