Old people drool is the precursor of what disease

Old people drooling may be a precursor to a variety of diseases, such as oral diseases, neurological diseases, etc.

1. Oral diseases such

as mouth ulcers, glossitis, periodontitis, etc., which can cause oral discomfort, stimulate saliva secretion, and old people drool due to pain or impaired oral muscle control.

2. Neurological diseases such

as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, stroke, etc., which may damage the nerve center or peripheral nerves, leading to impaired oral muscle control or impaired swallowing function, and then cause drooling.

If the elderly appear drooling, it is recommended to seek medical attention for detailed examination and diagnosis. Doctors may perform oral examination, neurological examination, imaging examination, etc. to determine the cause of drooling.