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.
What Causes Swelling Of The Salivary Glands? There are two major reasons for swelling of salivary glands, firstly infection, and second cause is obstruction of the salivary duct, (passage or tube through which saliva is delivered in the mouth). The most common cause of swollen salivary gland is viral infection.