Tag: Drooling causes

While many conditions can lead to excessive saliva, a specific nutritional issue known as pellagra, caused by a niacin (Vitamin B3) deficiency, is a known culprit. Understanding what deficiency causes too much saliva involves looking beyond the mouth and considering broader systemic health issues.

Excessive drooling, medically known as sialorrhea or hypersalivation, is the involuntary flow of saliva from the mouth. While it is a normal part of development in infants and sometimes occurs during sleep, persistent or new-onset excessive drooling in adults can be a symptom of various underlying health issues, ranging from mild infections to more serious neurological disorders.