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What might cause sudden drooling during sleep?

Sudden drooling during sleep may happen because your mouth’s muscles relax, you swallow less often, or medications increase saliva production.

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What strategies can help stop drooling while awake?

Strategies to reduce drooling while awake include exercises and self-management techniques to improve swallowing and muscle control, as well as medications or therapies when needed.

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Why am I producing so much saliva all of a sudden?

Sudden, excessive saliva production can result from changes in your body, medications, or even stress and hunger cues.

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Why does saliva collect in the corner of my mouth when talking?

When you talk, you may notice saliva collecting at the corners of your mouth because you're swallowing less frequently and the natural movement of your lips can allow saliva to pool.

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Why is my mouth suddenly full of saliva?

A sudden increase in saliva can happen when your mouth makes extra saliva or you’re not swallowing as often, which can be caused by reasons like burning mouth syndrome, certain foods, or even changes in your body.

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Why is saliva leaking from the corners of my mouth?

Saliva leaking from the corners of your mouth can happen when your body makes too much saliva or when you don’t swallow it regularly, often due to muscle control or nerve issues.

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Can a stroke cause memory loss?

Yes, a stroke can cause memory loss by damaging parts of the brain that help control memory and thinking.

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Can seizures cause memory loss?

Seizures can sometimes lead to memory loss by affecting the way the brain records and stores memories. The memory issues may be temporary or last longer, depending on the individual and the type of seizure.

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Can trauma cause memory loss?

Yes, trauma can lead to memory loss. This can happen from a physical injury to the brain or from intense stress that affects how our mind processes memories.

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Does anaesthesia cause memory loss?

Some people, especially older adults, may experience short-term memory problems after surgery with anesthesia, but these issues are usually temporary. Memory loss isn't a guaranteed effect of anesthesia itself—many factors can influence it.

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Does epilepsy cause memory loss?

Epilepsy can sometimes affect memory, especially long-term memory, with problems related to the location of the seizures and the age when epilepsy started.

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Does multiple sclerosis (MS) cause memory loss?

MS can sometimes cause memory problems by affecting brain areas needed for memory, though not everyone with MS experiences this.

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Does parkinson’s cause memory loss?

Parkinson's mainly affects movement, but as the disease progresses, some people can also experience memory problems. Not everyone with Parkinson's will have memory loss, and the extent of memory issues can vary widely.

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How can I alleviate numbness in my back?

Calming numbness in the back often means reducing pressure or irritation on the nerves. This can be done with treatments like physical therapy, medications, and sometimes surgery when needed.

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How does a pinched nerve lead to numbness on one side of the body?

A pinched nerve is when pressure on a nerve stops it from sending clear messages to your brain, which can make you feel numb on one side of your body.

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Is it common to have short-term memory loss after a hit to the head?

Yes, it is common to have short-term memory problems after a head injury, and many people find that these memory issues can get better over time with proper care.

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Is it possible to restore memory loss after seizure?

Memory loss after a seizure can improve in some people with time and proper treatment. Recovery depends on factors like where the seizure occurred and the interventions used.

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What are the common causes of numbness in the stomach area?

Numbness in the stomach area can be caused by diabetic autonomic neuropathy, peripheral neuropathy related to gastroparesis, or rare cases linked to demyelinating diseases.

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What are the possible causes of numbness in the upper right abdomen?

Numbness in the upper right abdomen can sometimes be linked to nerve issues in the skin or muscles, or it can be a sign of a deeper problem like inflammation or a blood vessel condition such as polyarteritis nodosa.

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What are the symptoms of cervical spondylosis affecting the 5th and 6th cervical vertebrae?

Cervical spondylosis affecting the 5th and 6th cervical vertebrae can lead to a variety of symptoms, primarily due to the degeneration of the cervical spine and potential compression of nearby nerves. Recognizing these symptoms is important for timely diagnosis and management.

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