When does drooling become a problem?

Sialorrhoea can have a negative impact on a child’s day-to-day life, particularly in children after the age of four.

Patient Impact

Severe drooling can cause:

The skin around the mouth, chin and neck to become cracked, red and sore, causing discomfort for a child.

Lung infections, caused by saliva “going down the wrong way” and entering the airways.

Dehydration, caused by persistent watering of the mouth.

Wetting of tops, t-shirts and bedding, causing an unpleasant smell due to excess saliva in mouth.

drooling teddy bear with saliva on its bib

Parent & Carer Impact

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It is normal to feel embarrassed or isolated because of your child’s condition. Taking care of a child who suffers from severe drooling requires a lot of energy and focus.

This can add strain to your life, as you must put in extra effort to ensure your child stays dry and comfortable, such as needing to change their clothes more often and having to do extra laundry.

ASSESSMENT OF DROOLING
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Watch our film to see how drooling can affect a child’s quality of life.

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