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How Can Excessive Salivation Be Managed?
Question: I can't stop swishing the saliva in my mouth. It is audible and embarrassing. It feels like something is causing it to happen in the roof of my mouth because I can't inhibit it.
I didn't know if I should have asked an ENT?
I didn't know if I should have asked an ENT?
Brief Answer:
Hypersalivation.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I am of the opinion, that, you could be having hypersalivation in the oral cavity which could be the root cause of your constant swishing.
Hypersalivation could be due to various causes such as mouth infections, acid reflux disease, etc. I would suggest you consult an apt ENT specialist for a complete evaluation and management.
Hope this answers your query; I will be available for the follow-up queries.
Regards,
Dr. Naveen Kumar N.
ENT and Head & Neck Surgeon
Hypersalivation.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I am of the opinion, that, you could be having hypersalivation in the oral cavity which could be the root cause of your constant swishing.
Hypersalivation could be due to various causes such as mouth infections, acid reflux disease, etc. I would suggest you consult an apt ENT specialist for a complete evaluation and management.
Hope this answers your query; I will be available for the follow-up queries.
Regards,
Dr. Naveen Kumar N.
ENT and Head & Neck Surgeon
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Dr. Vaishalee Punj
Answered by
Dr. Naveen Kumar Nanjasetty
Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist
Practicing since :2001
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