Mallory, who is 7 months old, drools heavily, coughs frequently and gnaws on her hands every chance she gets. Which of the following best explains Mallory's behaviours?

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Mallory's behaviour is consistent with teething, which commonly presents with excessive drooling, frequent coughing, and gnawing on hands or objects to relieve discomfort. Indigestion and excess gas may also cause discomfort, but they are not consistent with all of Mallory's behaviours. The rooting reflex, which is present in newborns, allows them to instinctively find and latch onto a nipple for feeding, but it is not relevant to Mallory's behaviours at 7 months old.

Mallory, Who Is 7 Months Old, Drools Heavily, Coughs Frequently