Drooling, also called sialorrhea, is saliva draining outside of the mouth.
In some rare cases, drooling is a sign of a life-threatening illness.
Certain infections can cause the overproduction of saliva and drool.
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How Drooling Is Treated
Treatment of drooling depends on the specific disorder and determining the root cause.
If drooling is the result of severe tonsillitis, the tonsils may have to be surgically removed.
Be sure to monitor the child to prevent choking.
Be cognizant of any skin breakdown around the mouth since redness and irritation can occur.
Use a clean cloth to frequently wipe away excess saliva and attempt to keep things as dry as possible.
Try sleeping on your back to see if that helps keep you from drooling.
Drooling is normal during the first two years of life and may even occur up to age 4.
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