🤔 If You Drool While Sleeping Often, Check for These 6 Diseases 💦
Drooling while sleeping is a common problem that should not be overlooked, as it can be a sign of various underlying health issues. Let’s explore some possible causes and conditions that might be linked to this embarrassing issue.
🧑💻 Xiao Liang’s Story: A Wake-Up Call 🚨
Xiao Liang, a 25-year-old programmer from China, faced the issue of drooling while sleeping. Due to his heavy workload, he often worked overtime and stayed up late playing games. This resulted in him being extremely sleepy in the mornings, and he would often take a nap during lunch.
However, Xiao Liang was concerned when he noticed he was consistently drooling in the same direction while sleeping. To solve this problem, he decided to consult a doctor. After an examination, it was discovered that Xiao Liang’s cerebral blood vessels showed signs of blockage. Fortunately, it was detected early, and this early intervention helped avoid the risk of a cerebral infarction or hemorrhage.
💧 Where Does Human Saliva Come From? 🧐
Saliva production is controlled by the autonomic nervous system, meaning it happens involuntarily, just like the heartbeat. The glands in the mouth that secrete saliva are called salivary glands, and there are two main types: major salivary glands (like the parotid, submandibular, and sublingual glands) and minor salivary glands, which are distributed throughout the oral mucosa.
Saliva helps keep the mouth moist, cleans the mouth, disinfects, and assists in digestion. Healthy adults produce about 1 to 1.5 liters of saliva per day, which averages to about 30 ml per hour. Saliva secretion increases when eating or when certain nerves are stimulated. Mouth breathing, stress, fatigue, and sleeping in an unbalanced position can all contribute to drooling while sleeping.
🧠 Common Causes of Drooling While Sleeping 😴
Generally, drooling during sleep is more common in children due to weaker lips and undeveloped swallowing functions. However, if adults start drooling suddenly and frequently during sleep, it may be a sign of the following conditions:
1. Oral Diseases 🦷
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