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dysphagia

Difficulty in swallowing. It may be due to infection, obstruction, spasm in the throat or oesophagus (gullet), or neurological disease or damage.



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Originally presented at the 13th annual meeting of the Dysphagia Research Society; Oct.
Secretions, occlusion status, and swallowing in patients with a ... by Theisen, Melissa / Ear, Nose and Throat Journal
A word of caution: Conditions involving neurological or cognitive impairment often require a formal evaluation of drinking, chewing, and swallowing (called a dysphagia evaluation) by a speech-language pathologist prior to dietary modifications.
I-Can't-Chew Cookbook by Bednarik, Patricia A. / Inside MS
It is imperative that the SLP, as well as the director of nursing and other key members of the caregiving team, have a solid understanding of dysphagia and appropriate treatment and management techniques specific to the disorder.
Managing dysphagia in residents with dementia: skilled intervention ... by Curfman, Sue / Nursing Homes
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