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Hello Dr. My Son Is 22 Months Old And We

Posted on Tue, 5 May 2020

Question: Hello Dr.

My son is 22 months old and we are pretty much concerned with his Saliva problem. He used to release enough amount of saliva from approx 6 months, but few days back we are noticing that the Saliva amount is reduced but yet not completely stopped.
We just need some guidance related this concern. Hoping a positive response from your end!

Answered by Dr. Dr. Pradeep Kumar Jain (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
I won't get worried as it is a normal phenomena in this age

Detailed Answer:
Hi

Thanks for asking on this platform

I have gone through the query and do understand your.
Salivation is a normal process. Its start from birth and peaks around 6 months. Increased salivation and sometimes drooling is normal in babies in first 2 years of life.
This salivation is noticed by parents as it drools out because in early age the muscles of swallowing are not well developed. Also because of dentition there is comparitively more secretion of saliva.
As baby grows the ability to swallow improves and also the salivation decreases.
I won't get worried if baby is feeding well without any swallowing difficulty.
I hope this helps.
Please let me know if you have any more doubts.
Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Pradeep Kumar Jain (21 minutes later)

Thanks, Dr. for the quick response! Pretty much covered from the details.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Pradeep Kumar Jain (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
My pleasure

Detailed Answer:
Hi

Thanks for your feedback

Its my pleasure that you found my suggestion helpful.
I shall be glad to help further if you need any.
Stay home, stay safe

Wishing good health for your family

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D