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Hypersalivation can contribute to drooling if there is an inability to keep the mouth closed or difficulty in swallowing (dysphagia) the excess saliva, which can lead to excessive spitting. Hypersalivation also often precedes emesis (vomiting), where it accompanies nausea (a feeling of needing to vomit).
Onset is usually confined to infancy and early childhood, [2] with peak prevalence at 18–36 months. [4] In rare cases, particularly where the child is severely mentally impaired, onset may extend to adolescence. [4] The classical symptoms of the syndrome are spasmodic torticollis and dystonia.
A lot of different things can cause a cough. But coughs are usually broken down into two main categories: acute and chronic. Acute coughs are ones that come on suddenly, usually due to an illness.
Esophagitis is an inflammation of the esophagus, most commonly caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease . [6] It is defined by the sensation of " heartburn " or a burning sensation in the chest as a result of inappropriate relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter at the site where the esophagus connects to the stomach.
In gastroenterology, esophageal pH monitoring is the current gold standard for diagnosis of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It provides direct physiologic measurement of acid in the esophagus and is the most objective method to document reflux disease, assess the severity of the disease and monitor the response of the disease to medical or surgical treatment.
A common stomach bug is surging, according to new data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.. In the week of December 5, there were 91 outbreaks of norovirus reported, up from 69 ...
Gastritis is the inflammation of the lining of the stomach. [1] It may occur as a short episode or may be of a long duration. [1] There may be no symptoms but, when symptoms are present, the most common is upper abdominal pain (see dyspepsia). [1]
If you’re drinking it, stick to 1 or 2 tablespoons of vinegar diluted in 8 to 12 ounces of water, the dietitians say. Or dilute it with food by using it in a dressing or sprinkling it over a salad.