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My daughter is 4+ and i have noticed whenever she is asleep she has spit bubbling out of her mouth. it remains as foam on her lips.

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Possible problem: If this occurring only when she sleeps, you might want to discuss the problem with her pediatrician.She may need an eeg.

Dr King agreed

Answered 12/19/2015

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