Autoimmune diseases such as Sjogren's and Crohn's disease cause persistently dry mouth and nose. These diseases attack the salivary glands and limit saliva production. Such diseases may take years to become prominent. Other autoimmune diseases, including lupus and MS, can contribute to dry mouth as well.

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