Dysphagia
Dysphagia is a problem related to swallowing liquid or solid food. Esophageal dysphagia (ED) is a food pipe related problem, occurs when there is a swallowing problem in the esophagus. Stroke, ALS, Alzheimers, Parkinson’s and other neurological disorders often lead to swallowing problems.
Health Effects of Dysphagia
- Aspiration Pneumonia
- 3rd most common cause of mortality within 1st month after stroke
- Contributes to 34 % of all stroke deaths
- Poor Absorption of Medications
- Poor Eating Habits/Anemia
- Fear: of Aspiration (choking), embarrassment
- Damage to Esophagus