Hyper salivation
- Overproduction of saliva (hypersalivation)
- Difficulties with swallowing (dysphagia)
- Jaw issues
- Inability to effectively close the mouth (malocclusion)
Causes
Neurological Disorders
- Cerebral palsy (CP)
- Parkinson’s disease
- Stroke patients
- Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
- Multiple sclerosis (MS)
Temporary or transient drooling can accompany the following conditions:
- GERD
- Oral infections
- Tonsil abscess
- Strep throat
- Tonsillitis
- Medication side effects