Question:

I have persistent sloughing off of the skin (mucous membrane) on the inside of my mouth. It is almost a daily occurrence. Is this a problem? I drink alcohol frequently (mostly red wine)…Could it possibly be caused by that?

Answer:

Your condition is probably not due to alcohol intake. A very small amount of daily sloughing may be normal, but a large amount should be checked by your local dentist first and then possibly an oral pathologist second.

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