saliva
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Exposure can occur any time saliva or tissue from the infected animal enters the body, such as through a bite or a scratch, or contact with a wound or the mouth, nose or eyes.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 6, 2026
"Bruxism is also important for the production of saliva," Lobbezoo says.
From BBC ● Sep. 12, 2026
It’s that saliva that triggers an immune response in humans—and makes us itch long after the mosquito has gone.
From Slate ● Aug. 4, 2026
A recent report in the Journal of Periodontology predicts that technology such as AI, diagnostic saliva tests and sensor-based monitoring will allow for more early detection and individualized treatment.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 26, 2026
“You! You! You!” she kept screaming in a parody of Mamá’s voice, spitting putrid saliva on my face.
From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall
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Human Anatomy and Physiology - Introductory
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Human Anatomy and Physiology - High School
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Nutrition and Digestion - Introductory
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