direct primary definition. An election in which voters choose candidates to run on a party's ticket in a subsequent election for public office.
Dry Eye After Menopause. By Marilyn Haddrill and Gary Heiting, OD. Dry eye syndrome is common among older Americans, and symptoms can range from mild and infrequent to constant and severe. And if you are a woman over age 50, your risk of dry eye problems is significantly higher than that of men your age.
Radiation therapy - The salivary glands can be damaged if your head or neck are exposed to radiation during cancer treatment. The loss of saliva can be total or partial, permanent or temporary. Chemotherapy - Drugs used to treat cancer can make saliva thicker, or ropey, causing your mouth to feel dry. Menopause - Changing hormone levels affect the salivary glands, often leaving menopausal and post-menopausal women with a persistent feeling of dry mouth.