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What Is The Cause And Treatment For Problem In Swallowing Saliva?

While sleeping, my younger sister who is 8 years old has a huge problem with swallowing her saliva. She makes disgusting sounds with it, swishing it back and forth in her mouth before taking a huge gulp. She does this every few minutes and it s driving me insane. What can I do?
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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HI.
This occurs due to enlarged tonsils and adenoids.
You have to consult an ENT Surgeon for a proper diagnosis and medical management..
If the condition remains same after 3 weeks of treatment , she may need a small surgery .
Medicines should be given for 3 weeks.
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What Is The Cause And Treatment For Problem In Swallowing Saliva?

HI. This occurs due to enlarged tonsils and adenoids. You have to consult an ENT Surgeon for a proper diagnosis and medical management.. If the condition remains same after 3 weeks of treatment , she may need a small surgery . Medicines should be given for 3 weeks.