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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).
Drooling or sialorrhea can occur during sleep. It is often the result of open-mouth posture from CNS depressants intake or sleeping on one's side. Sometimes while sleeping, saliva does not build up at the back of the throat and does not trigger the normal swallow reflex, leading to the condition.
Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea is a serious medical symptom that can develop into worsening conditions. Many tests can be done in order to evaluate the cause of paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea. Because it is commonly associated with heart failure, tests that may be run mainly focus on measuring the function and capability of the heart.
But in people with dementia—which is an umbrella term for mental decline and can be related to a number of diseases such as Alzheimer's—there’s a phenomenon known as “sundowning,” where ...
The term subjective xerostomia is sometimes used to describe the symptom in the absence of any clinical evidence of dryness. [8] Xerostomia may also result from a change in composition of saliva (from serous to mucous). [6] Salivary gland dysfunction is an umbrella term for the presence of xerostomia, salivary gland hyposalivation, [6] and ...
The risk of acquiring the condition is greater in older people, [3] for women, as well as patients with mood disorders and/or medical diagnoses receiving antipsychotic medications. [8] The term "tardive dyskinesia" first came into use in 1964.
An adult who is compelled to nap repeatedly during the day may have excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS); however, it is important to distinguish between occasional daytime sleepiness and EDS, which is chronic. A number of tools for screening for EDS have been developed.
As we age, our brain experiences both structural and functional changes. Over time, this can cause a decline in cognitive abilities, memory, and even emotional regulation. Certain lifestyle ...