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E) Ptyalism :
− Mean Excessive salivation.
• Causes:
− Increased estrogen level.
• Nursing Management
− Advise woman to use mouth wash and about oral hygiene.
− Chew gum or suck on hard candy.
F) Leukorrhea:
− Mean increased vaginal discharge that is white in color.
• Causes:
− Increase activity of vaginal epithelial cells as they prepare for distention during
the birth process.
− Hyperplasia of vaginal mucosa .
− Increased mucus production by the endocervical glands.
Nursing Management
− Encourage the woman to wear cotton underwear.
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