My doctor says I'm suffering from Ptyalism?
Q I'm about eight weeks pregnant, and my doctor says I'm suffering from ptyalism. The condidtion is so bad, that it leaves me dehydrated. My job also requires constant communication with the public. As you can imagine, it's quite challenging to go about my day-to-day duties. I've tried chewing gum and sucking on mints and other forms of hard candy, but it makes it worse! Eating salty potato chips temporarily eases the condition, but I can't eat chips every minute of the day. My doctor says he hasn't heard of any medication or cure. I hope you have. I can't stand the thought of spending the remainder of my pregnancy like this!
A During pregnancy there is normally an increase of body fluids, including saliva. I understand it is more common in the first trimester to suffer from your condition. I haven't found any solutions yet, improper digestion could have something to do with it.
Inquire at your local health food store to see if there is any homeopathic, herbal or vitamin supplements that you could take to help.
Also, there is a part of the spine directly related to TMJ and the salivary glands. You may wish to contact a chiropractor.
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Anne Sommers
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Anne Sommers, LM is a Licensed Midwife in Southern California and founder of Agape Perinatal Consultation & Birthing Services. Anne has attended and personally delivered hundreds of beautiful bouncing babies in some very wonderful and natural settings -- like in the water! She has appeared on various Southern California radio and cable television shows, talked to birth organizations, was editor for several child birth publications and was the owner, editor and publisher of "Mom" Magazine, a quarterly publication in circulation for over seven years. She completed Seattle Midwifery School's Challenge Process and the NARM exam (supervised by the California Medical Board) qualifying her for midwifery licensure. Anne actually made history as noted in the Orange County Register for being one of Southern California's first Licensed Midwives. She is also the mother of two children, born at home, with the attendance of midwives. The Baby Corner
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