How can I find out if I have drooling problems?

WebMD Symptom Checker helps you find the most common symptom combinations and medical conditions related to drooling. Click on the combination that matches your symptoms to find the conditions that may cause these problems. Or click on “See All Conditions” to see every condition related to drooling.

What does it mean when you drool all the time?

“Excess saliva, also known as hypersalivation or sialorrhea, can be a result of excess production or decreased clearance of saliva,” said Dr. Paula Barry, physician at Penn Family and Internal Medicine Longwood. This can lead to drooling which typically is not cause for concern, but at times can be a sign of a larger health problem.

Is it normal to drool on your pillow every morning?

This can lead to drooling which typically is not cause for concern, but at times can be a sign of a larger health problem. If you’re waking up each morning with a drool spot on your pillow, it may be time to find out what’s going on.

When is drooling not serious in a child?

The severity of drooling is ultimately dependent on the cause. Not serious: Drooling is not serious if it occurs only in very young children or in response to some temporary condition such as an injury to the mouth and teeth.

WebMD Symptom Checker helps you find the most common symptom combinations and medical conditions related to drooling. Click on the combination that matches your symptoms to find the conditions that may cause these problems. Or click on “See All Conditions” to see every condition related to drooling.

“Excess saliva, also known as hypersalivation or sialorrhea, can be a result of excess production or decreased clearance of saliva,” said Dr. Paula Barry, physician at Penn Family and Internal Medicine Longwood. This can lead to drooling which typically is not cause for concern, but at times can be a sign of a larger health problem.

This can lead to drooling which typically is not cause for concern, but at times can be a sign of a larger health problem. If you’re waking up each morning with a drool spot on your pillow, it may be time to find out what’s going on.

Is it common for elderly people to drool?

Doc: Drooling is a common issue for elderly. People who have chronic nasal congestion also may develop drooling. People with swallowing disorders may have drooling. Because of the multiple potential causes and potential for significant problems, drooling should be carefully evaluated. This may require multiple providers with different expertise,…