top of page

What Are Swallowing Difficulties

6.jpg

Swallowing difficulties are the inability to swallow foods, liquids, or medications with ease. People who have a hard time swallowing may choke on their food or liquid when trying to swallow. Dysphagia is the common medical term for swallowing difficulties. There are 50 pairs of muscles and nerves used to help you swallow. In other words, there are lots of things that can go wrong and lead to problems swallowing.

​

If you think you or your loved one may have swallowing problems, there are certain symptoms that may be present which may indicate swallowing difficulties.

They include:

  • feeling that something is lodged in the throat

  • drooling

  • reduced appetite

  • pain when swallowing

  • a hoarse voice

  • unexpected weight loss

  • coughing or choking when swallowing or immediately after

  • regurgitation

  • heartburn

  • watering eyes when swallowing

  • runny nose when swallowing

​

Our services are designed to increase the strength and coordination of the 50 pairs of muscles and nerves used to help you swallow to significantly reduce, if not eliminate, the signs and symptoms mentioned above.

​

Call or email us to schedule your CONSULTATION today.

​

Contact Us

To set up an initial appointment or with any questions you may have

Thanks for submitting!

The Swallowing Clinic of NELA
2399 Ferrand Street, Suite H
Monroe, LA   71201
(318) 460-5150
info@theswallowingclinicofnela.com

  • Facebook
bottom of page