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Drooling while awake can happen when the body produces extra saliva or when swallowing isn’t working well, often due to neurological problems or side effects from medications.

A perianal abscess is an infection near the anus that causes pain, redness, and swelling, and it is treated by draining the pus and sometimes using antibiotics.

Perianal tumors can show up as lumps near the anus and may cause symptoms like bleeding, pain, or changes in the skin. Treatment depends on whether the tumor is benign, premalignant, or malignant and might include surgery, radiation, or other therapies.

A lump on the perineum can be caused by infections, abnormal tissue growths, or congenital issues. Treatment can range from medications and minor procedures to surgical removal, depending on the cause.

Treatment of small red bumps on the lips depends on the cause.

A drooling sensation on one side of your mouth may happen when the nerves or muscles on that side do not manage saliva as well as the other side, sometimes due to neurological conditions like Parkinson’s disease.

A feeling of drooling on one side of your mouth may be caused by uneven saliva control due to nerve or muscle issues that affect one side more than the other.

Drooling from the corners of your mouth can happen when extra saliva builds up and isn’t swallowed, often because of conditions like burning mouth syndrome or side effects from medications.

Drooling on one side of the mouth can result from uneven muscle or nerve control, side-specific gland activity, or the impact of certain medications on saliva production.

Hip pain when sitting cross-legged can result from tight muscles, such as the piriformis, or extra stress on your hip and nearby joints. Stretching, adjusting your sitting position, and using support can often help ease the discomfort.

Saliva can build up in the corner of your mouth when the normal swallowing process is reduced or if your mouth muscles and nerves aren’t fully controlling the saliva flow.

Slight drooling from the corners of the mouth while awake can occur when saliva builds up due to decreased swallowing or slight muscle and nerve changes.

The feeling of drooling at the corner of your mouth may be caused by conditions that increase saliva production or affect how you control saliva, such as burning mouth syndrome or neurological conditions like Parkinson’s disease.

Twitching under the right rib cage without pain is most often caused by small, involuntary muscle contractions, which can be due to things like stress, muscle fatigue, or electrolyte changes.

Excessive drooling while sleeping can happen when you swallow less during sleep along with conditions that affect muscle control, such as Parkinson’s disease or other neurological issues.

Excess saliva can be a sign of conditions that affect the nerves, mouth, or salivary glands, like certain neurological diseases or burning mouth syndrome.

A bump next to the anus might be an external hemorrhoid or a small abscess, and it is usually checked with a physical exam by your healthcare provider.

A hard bump on your lip line can be caused by several different things, such as pimples, epidermoid cysts, or inflammatory conditions.

A lump inside the anus can be due to common issues like hemorrhoids, especially if a clot has formed, or less commonly, other causes such as an abscess or even a tumor. It is important to have it checked by a doctor if it is painful, persistent, or changing

A lump near the anus in males can show many things, ranging from common issues like hemorrhoids or infections, to rarer concerns such as lymphoma or metastasis. See a doctor if the lump is persistent, growing, painful, or accompanied by other symptoms.

A painless bump on your lip could be a harmless growth such as a mucocele. Evaluation by a doctor can help decide if treatment is needed.

A red bump inside your lip can be seen with common conditions like an aphthous ulcer (canker sore) or a pyogenic granuloma. These bumps are generally benign and may occur because of irritation, minor injury, or other factors.

Your hands might feel hot and tight because of nerve issues like small fiber neuropathy, which can be seen in conditions such as erythromelalgia.

Hot and swollen legs may be caused by an internal problem like a blood clot or an inflammatory process, which should be checked by a healthcare provider.

Abdominal pain can be caused by many things such as problems with your digestive organs, urinary, or reproductive organs.

Your legs feeling hot may be due to your body’s natural way of moving more blood to the skin to help cool you down.

Your arms feeling hot may be a normal part of how your body handles heat by sending more blood to your skin.

Yellow mucus vaginal discharge can sometimes be a sign of an infection, with bacterial vaginosis or trichomoniasis being potential causes.

Sudden sweaty palms and feet can be caused by an overactive sweat gland response, a condition known as primary hyperhidrosis, which can be triggered by stress or emotional factors.

A big white bump on your lip might be a mucocele. It’s important to watch for changes or discomfort and get evaluated by a healthcare professional if you’re concerned.