Dysphagia is “difficulty in swallowing”, whereas eating difficulties refer to problems associated with transfer of liquid/food to the mouth. These problems coexists in many patients. Dysphagia is a common issue after stroke. In many cases, dysphagia gets resolved rapidly. However, in some cases, the swallow varies in function. Dysphagia has become a prevalent difficulty among geriatric population. Although, physiologic changes in swallow function is facilitated by growing age, age-related ... Read more
Dysphagia is “difficulty in swallowing”, whereas eating difficulties refer to problems associated with transfer of liquid/food to the mouth. These problems coexists in many patients. Dysphagia is a common issue after stroke. In many cases, dysphagia gets resolved rapidly. However, in some cases, the swallow varies in function. Dysphagia has become a prevalent difficulty among geriatric population. Although, physiologic changes in swallow function is facilitated by growing age, age-related ... Read more