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Extra saliva, sometimes thick, spitting white mucus. is it a stomach problem?

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Difficult to diagnos: From the brief description. Would start off with an evaluation by your physician. Could be a host of things. Sorry i can't be more specific. Hope this helps.

Dr Donley agreed

Answered 6/18/2013

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