dry mouth

• Sensación de sequedad inusual en la boca debida a una disminución de la producción de saliva, a menudo causada por deshidratación, ansiedad, medicamentos o afecciones médicas.

A condition where the mouth feels unusually dry due to reduced saliva production, often caused by dehydration, anxiety, medication, or medical conditions.

1. Medical conditionB1formal

   A condition where the mouth feels unusually dry due to reduced saliva production.

   boca seca

   • Dry mouth can be a side effect of certain medications.
   • He complained of dry mouth during the long flight.
   • Drinking water helps relieve dry mouth symptoms.

2. Nervousness or anxietyB1informal

   A temporary feeling of dryness in the mouth caused by stress, fear, or nervousness.

   boca seca por nervios

   • She had dry mouth before her big speech.
   • His dry mouth made it hard to speak during the interview.
   • Public speaking often gives me dry mouth.