CLINICAL ENCOUNTERS
DYSPHAGIA
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Dysphagia is a symptom characterised by difficult swallowing
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Dysphagia is a symptom characterised by painful swallowing
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Dysphagia is a sign characterised by pooling of saliva
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Dysphagia is a sign characterised by tenderness at the throat upon swallowing
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Detailed explanation-1: -People with dysphagia have difficulty swallowing and may even experience pain while swallowing (odynophagia). Some people may be completely unable to swallow or may have trouble safely swallowing liquids, foods, or saliva.
Detailed explanation-2: -Oropharyngeal dysphagia is characterized by difficulty initiating a swallow. You may gag, choke, cough, or have the feeling that the food or liquids are going down your windpipe or up your nose.
Detailed explanation-3: -Dysphagia is the medical term for swallowing difficulties. Some people with dysphagia have problems swallowing certain foods or liquids, while others can’t swallow at all. Other signs of dysphagia include: coughing or choking when eating or drinking.