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Mouth Problems Could Signal Diabetes

Bad breath, dry mouth and bleeding gums can be warning signs of diabetes, says the Academy of General Dentistry. If you have these symptoms, talk to your doctor about a diabetes screening.

Publication Source: Vitality magazine
Online Source: Academy of General Dentistry http://www.agd.org/
Online Editor: Sinovic, Dianna
Online Medical Reviewer: Godsey, Cynthia M.S., M.S.N., APRN
Online Medical Reviewer: Lambert, J.G. M.D.
Date Last Reviewed: 2/22/2005
Date Last Modified: 2/22/2005