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Drooling

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Drooling

Alternative Names: Salivation Home Care: Care for drooling due to teething includes good oral hygiene. Popsicles or other cold objects (e.g., frozen bagels) may be helpful. Care must be taken to avoid choking when a child uses any of these objects. Call your health care provider if: Text Continues Below Call your health care provider if: Your child has a fever, difficulty breathing, or holds his or her head in a funny position. There is concern about aspiration. The cause of the drooling has not been diagnosed. What to expect at your health care provider's office: The doctor will perform a physical examination and ask questions about the symptoms, such as: Is there a history of any other diseases? Has the person had a bite or sting? Has the person had an injury? What medications are being taken? What other symptoms are present -- fever, sore throat, facial droop, or other symptoms? Diagnostic tests will be performed as indicated by other symptoms that accompany the drooling.

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