Dysphagia (Eating, Drinking and Swallowing Difficulties)
Dysphagia
Dysphagia means difficulty with eating, drinking or swallowing. This can affect health and wellbeing.
Causes include stroke, neurological conditions, reflux, muscle weakness or side effects from medication.
Speech and language therapists assess swallowing and provide practical advice to make mealtimes safer and more comfortable.
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