Dysphagia

Tips from survivors: “I take smaller bites and slow down—it makes eating much safer.”

Difficulty swallowing food, liquids, or saliva safely.

Coughing or choking while eating or drinking, feeling like food is stuck, drooling, or frequent throat clearing.

Stroke affects the muscles and coordination needed for swallowing, or the brain’s control of those muscles.

Speech-language therapy, swallowing assessments, modified diets (e.g., soft foods, thickened liquids), and safe eating techniques.

Very common, especially in the early stages after stroke.

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