Arjun Sharma Arjun Sharma Asked 7 months ago

Why do i keep drooling in my sleep?

Every morning I wake up with a wet patch on my pillow and sometimes even on my shirt. It's so embarrassing, especially when my wife teases me. Is there something wrong with me, or is this normal for some people?

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Sneha Das Sneha Das Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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Oh my god, I used to drool SO much in my sleep, it was embarrassing! For me, it was mostly due to sleeping on my side or stomach, and also a bit of sinus issues making me breathe through my mouth. I started trying to sleep on my back and used a nasal spray for my sinuses, and it actually helped a lot! Worth trying.

Suresh Gupta Suresh Gupta Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Drooling in sleep is usually because you're sleeping with your mouth open, which can happen if you have a blocked nose or allergies. Try clearing your nose before sleeping. Also, sleeping on your back instead of your side or stomach can help. If it's consistent, a visit to the ENT doctor might be useful to check for any nasal issues.

Ananya Desai Ananya Desai Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

That's interesting! My sleep tracking app actually sometimes picks up on my breathing patterns, which can be linked to drooling if you're mouth breathing. Have you checked if you have any nasal congestion? Using a humidifier might also help. If it persists, a quick chat with your GP about your sleep habits could be useful; sometimes they suggest a sleep study to rule out underlying issues.

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Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Hey, don't worry too much about drooling in sleep. It's actually quite common, especially if you're a deep sleeper or sleep on your side. Often it means you're really relaxed! But if it's constant and affecting your sleep quality, or if you're waking up with a sore throat, it might be worth mentioning to a doctor, just to check for things like allergies or reflux. Mostly, it's harmless.

Deepa Menon Deepa Menon Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Sometimes drooling can be just a sign of deep sleep, which is good! But if it's excessive, it could be allergies, blocked nose, or even reflux. Try steam inhalation before bed if your nose feels blocked. Also, ensure your pillow is clean. If it's really bothersome or you have other symptoms, please see a doctor; they might check for any underlying issues.

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Pooja Gupta Pooja Gupta Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago

I can imagine feeling a bit self-conscious or anxious about drooling in your sleep, it's totally understandable. It's often just a sign of deep sleep or mouth breathing due to a blocked nose. But if you're worried, it's always best to talk to a doctor. They can give you peace of mind and check for things like allergies or reflux that might be contributing. Don't stress too much!

Karan Kumar Karan Kumar Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago

Yaar, drooling in sleep is actually super common! Most of my friends do it, especially after a really long day or if they've got a slight cold. It usually means you're in a deep sleep, which is good! But if you feel like you're always waking up with a very dry mouth or have breathing issues, then maybe consult a doctor, just to be sure, na?

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