"Why Is My Saliva Thick and Stringy?"

Viscous saliva in the mouth is generally caused by physiological factors, but diseases such as chronic pharyngitis and Sjogren's syndrome can also lead to this symptom. Here are the details:

1. Physiological Factors:

Consuming salty foods or drinking insufficient water can lead to reduced saliva secretion, resulting in viscous saliva with a stringy texture. This is caused by physiological factors and typically does not cause other discomforts.

2. Chronic Pharyngitis:

Irritation of the pharynx can easily cause dry mouth. At this time, the salivary glands are also affected, leading to reduced saliva secretion and thus viscous saliva with a stringy appearance. Patients may also experience symptoms such as coughing and swallowing pain.

3. Sjogren's Syndrome:

This condition affects multiple secretory glands in the body, including the salivary glands. Patients with Sjogren's syndrome experience viscous and stringy saliva, accompanied by symptoms like dry skin and dry eyes.

Apart from the above reasons, there may be other potential factors, such as excessive water retention in the body. It is recommended that patients promptly consult a doctor for examination to determine the underlying cause and maintain good oral hygiene practices, including frequent mouth rinsing and regular brushing.