[Sialorrhea--causes and treatment options].

Sialorrhea (drooling) is the involuntary spillage of saliva from the mouth. Drooling of saliva appears to be the consequence of a dysfunction in the coordination of the swallowing mechanism, resulting in excess pooling of saliva in the anterior portion of the oral cavity and the unintentional loss of saliva from the mouth. There are specific and symptomatic approaches to manage this condition. Treatment options range from conservative (i.e., observation, postural changes, biofeedback, motoric therapy of the mouth, acupuncture) to more aggressive measures such as medication, radiation, and surgical therapy.