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Hypersalivation
Having Hypersalivation from last three years. On Anti Depressants medicines from last 30 years. No drooling, No hypersalivation at night.
Sometimes urge to spit saliva outside from days together. It is always felt that excess saliva is generating and I am swallowing inside.. No problem in eating and drinking. It is quite frustrating.
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Hi. Have you recently increased the dose of anti depressant medication you are on? It can happen when we start new medication but as you are on many years so other causes needs to be ruled out.
Do have any other symptom like feeling vomitish?
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Hey, I can just imagine how frustrating it is to constantly have that sensation of spitting. Though we need to evaluate it further, why it's happening.
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Hi.. will need further history regarding the same to advise appropriately. Consult online for treatment
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You need to tell the type of medications you are on to suggest.
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Hey! As you are using psychotropic medication since long, it might be result of some medication. Detailed evaluation is needed for your current condition and medication management.
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Due to side effect of psychotropic drugs , need to add anticholinergic med
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Dr. Budigam Madhumitha
Neuropsychiatrist
3 yrs exp
Warangal
Hello, there! I understand how difficult hypersalivation can be to deal with, I see that you have been using antidepressants for quiet a long period now, details of your medication and further evaluation are needed to resolve the issue.
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