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What might cause excess saliva on the right side of the mouth?

Excess saliva on one side of your mouth might be linked to a local issue with the salivary glands or differences in how nerves and muscles manage saliva on that side.

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What should I do if my hands and feet are hot but I have no fever?

If your hands and feet feel hot without having a fever, it’s often a sign of your body’s natural way of regulating temperature, but if it becomes uncomfortable or is accompanied by other symptoms, you should talk to your doctor.

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What are the drugs that cause memory loss?

Some drugs can affect how well we remember things. Medicines like benzodiazepines, drugs with anticholinergic effects, opioids, and certain antidepressants have been linked with memory problems.

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What are the possible causes of daytime sleepiness in women?

Daytime sleepiness in women can be caused by a variety of things like iron deficiency, diabetes, menopause, depression, pregnancy, sleep apnea syndrome or simply overexertion and stress.

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