Patient's question:
My grandmother, who was fine a while ago, has been drooling a lot recently. When I asked her what was wrong, she said it was just that she couldn't control it. I'm very worried, afraid there might be something wrong with her. What could be the reason for an elderly person drooling?Doctor's answer:
Because of the patient's age, which is already 70, the body's various functions have aged. In this age group, particularly some facial nerves, there is a possibility that the mouth may not close tightly without limitation, leading to symptoms of drooling. Moreover, this is often unconscious. Therefore, in such cases, it is generally considered to be a sign of some elderly diseases, and there is no problem.