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Drooling
Some drooling in infants and toddlers is normal and is not usually a sign of a disease or other problem. It may occur with teething. Drooling in infants and young children may get worse with upper respiratory infections and nasal allergies.
Dr. Keegan Duchicela reviewed this
14 year experience in family medicine
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