causes of thick saliva in children
Dry mouth or thick saliva. Radiation therapy to the head and neck areas, some kinds of chemo, and certain other medicines can cause your child to have a dry mouth. Some children may also have thick and sticky saliva. Dryness can be mild or severe, and a dry mouth can increase the risk of cavities or mouth infection. If your child has either of these side effects, have her drink plenty of fluids throughout the day and get her to eat moist foods as much as possible.