This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Asphyxia, Subject name: Forensic Medicine
Savila dribbling from mouth is characteristic of 
Select and explain. 
A. Postmoem hanging, B. Antemoem hanging, C. Suicidal hanging, D. Homicidal strangulation
B: Antemoem hanging
Answer: B: Antemoem hanging 
Explanation: Saliva may be found dribbling from the angle of mouth when the head is dropped forward. This is due to the increased salivation before death caused by stimulation of the salivary gland by the ligature. Hence it is an antemoem hanging feature Ref: The synopsis of forensic medicine & Toxicology. Dr. K.S Narayan Reddy. 28th edition pg: 180