Difficulty swallowing

What is bad swallowing?

Difficulty swallowing is a swallowing disorder that can be caused by any structure from the lip to the sphincter at the end of the esophagus.

Occurrence

  • Chronic swallowing difficulties are reported to occur in 8-10% of the population over the age of 50 and even higher among patients in nursing homes

Common causes

  • Inflammation/infection in the mouth and throat
  • Anatomical changes in the oral cavity (enlarged tonsils, oral cavity tumors, tooth decay, dentures)
  • Acid complaints
  • Esophageal cancer
  • Esophageal pouch
  • Stroke
  • Neurological disorders (Parkinson’s, MS, Myasthenia gravis)
  • Mental disorder

Who can help you?

One of our ear, nose and throat specialists will be able to perform a satisfactory examination in order to make the correct diagnosis and start appropriate treatment. If necessary, you can also seek help from our neurologist or one of our dentists. We also have the opportunity to perform gastroscopy to examine anatomical conditions from the oral cavity down to the stomach.

We have standardized procedures as well as access to state-of-the-art equipment to ensure our patients are thoroughly and quickly assessed.

 

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