What is another word for ptyalism?
Pronunciation: [tˈa͡ɪəlˌɪzəm] (IPA) 
Ptyalism is a medical condition that refers to excessive production of saliva. However, there are various other terms used for this condition in medical literature. Sialorrhea, hypersalivation, sialism, drooling, and ptyalagogue are some of the common synonyms of ptyalism. Sialorrhea is a term used to describe the excessive secretion of saliva from the salivary glands. Hypersalivation refers to the production of saliva in excess of the amount normally produced. Sialism stands for the excessive flow of saliva, while drooling is a common term used for uncontrollable saliva secretion. Ptyalagogue is a substance that stimulates the production of saliva. These terms are used interchangeably in the medical community to describe ptyalism.
