xerostomie dry mouth sensation xerostomia
Conditions
Interventions
During the intervention a random selection of half of the group of Sjögren
patients will be requested to rinse two times a daily with 15 ml mouthwash for
one minute . The other half of the group of
Sponsors
VU Medical Centre
Eligibility
Age
18 Years to 99 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: - Sjögren syndrome patient * diagnosed and / or self-reported - Reported complaints of dry mouth - Unstimulated salivary flow
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: - Medication affecting taste or salivary flow - Head and neck radiated therapies - Unstimulated salivary flow > 0.20 ml/min - No computer / e-mail / not familiar or capable using the online web site
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| The main study parameter is dry mouth sensation, assessed with the validated Visual Analogue Scale questionnaire and the Xerostomia Inventory. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| The secondary objective of this study is to evaluate the overall appreciation of the mouthwash. | — |
Countries
Netherlands
Outcome results
None listed