Siddharth Verma Siddharth Verma Asked 5 months ago

Is it normal to drool in your sleep?

My wife keeps complaining that I drool a lot when I sleep, and it's quite embarrassing. I don't feel anything myself, but my pillow is often wet. Is it normal for adults to drool in their sleep?

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Satish Gujral Satish Gujral Joined May 2026 5 months ago
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Drooling can sometimes happen due to nasal congestion or sleeping on your side, but it is also connected to things like sleep apnea. Since I have high BP, I learned that sleep quality affects blood pressure a lot. Please monitor your lifestyle and get a routine checkup done.

Rahul Verma Rahul Verma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Honestly, whenever I finally manage to get a deep 4-hour sleep, I wake up with a wet pillow. It is totally normal when you are exhausted and your body goes into deep relaxation mode. Just wash your pillow covers regularly!

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Ananya Ghosh Ananya Ghosh Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

Don't fall for random internet remedies saying you need herbal teas to stop drooling. It is usually just your sleeping position or a simple blocked nose, but if it is sudden or heavy, go talk to an ENT doctor to get a real diagnosis.

Megha Saxena Megha Saxena Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

I used to do this and spent nights searching if it was some neurological issue, which made me so anxious! It turned out to be just a mild sinus allergy blocking my nose at night. Try to sleep on your back, it might help stop the anxiety.

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Vikram Rathore Vikram Rathore Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I noticed I drooled more when I was sleeping flat on my side after heavy training days. Practicing deep breathing exercises and keeping a consistent workout routine helps improve nasal airflow. If it continues, just consult a physician to rule out any allergies.

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