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What would cause excessive saliva being produced in my mouth at night while i'm sleeping? i'm hydrated and it's happened twice in 3 weeks. thanks
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Nasal stuffiness: If you are having some nasal stuffiness - related to allergies/a cold or sinus infection - you will breathe with your mouth open ... That may be what is happening.
Answered 1/28/2016
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