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Parkinson's disease - Management
How do I manage excessive saliva (sialorrhoea) in people with Parkinson's disease?
- Consider referral to a speech and language therapist for:
- Full assessment of swallowing ability.
- Advice, and a trial of behavioural management techniques to encourage regular saliva swallows.
- Use of a portable metronomic brooch as a reminder for saliva swallows.
- Lip-seal and swallow exercises.
- Consider referral to the person's Parkinson's disease specialist team.
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