Understanding Sialorrhea (Drooling) in Parkinson’s and Related Diseases
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People with Parkinson’s Disease (PD) and Parkinsonism may notice a change in their ability to manage their saliva. The medical term for drooling is Sialorrhea (pronounced si-al-luh-RI-a), which occurs when saliva spills out of the mouth. This resource is intended to help people with Parkinson’s Disease and their care partners understand and manage drooling. Members can get the resource printable here:  https://medslpcollective.com/understanding-sialorrhea-in-parkinsons-and-related-diseases/ Get access to the PDF for this resource and other resources and Continuing Education Courses with a MedSLP Collective Membership! https://medslpcollective.com
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