Body cells: more in body; has 46 chromosomes; 23 pairs of chromosomes; diploid; form brain, skin, bones, tissues, organs; mitosis. Sex cells: less in body; has 23 chromosomes; 23 individual chromosomes; haploid; doesn't make up anything, just sex cells; meiosis.
For those with chronic drooling: 1  Caregivers may try reminding the person to keep lips closed and chin up. 2  Limit sugary foods, because they may increase the amount of saliva.  Watch for skin breakdown around the lips and on the chin.
Causes Of Excessive Salivation During Pregnancy: Excess saliva can be caused either due to the increase in production of saliva or due to decrease in your ability to swallow saliva. The hormonal changes that take place in your body during pregnancy can be one of the reasons for excess saliva. Vomiting or extreme morning sickness can be linked with the production of more saliva in early pregnancy. A condition known as hyperemesis gravidarum causes excessive vomiting and dehydration during pregnancy. This may also lead to a higher production of saliva in the mouth.