A couple of questions

What is the likely cause of the dysphagia?

Dysphagia is usually caused by another health condition, such as: a condition that affects the nervous system, such as a stroke, head injury, multiple sclerosis or dementia. cancer – such as mouth cancer or oesophageal cancer. gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) – where stomach acid leaks back up into the …

What is the most common cause of dysphagia?

Acid reflux disease is the most common cause of dysphagia. People with acid reflux may have problems in the esophagus, such as an ulcer, a stricture (narrowing of the esophagus), or less likely a cancer causing difficulty swallowing.

What is dysphagia and what causes it?

Dysphagia refers to a difficulty in swallowing – it takes more effort than normal to move food from the mouth to the stomach. Usually caused by nerve or muscle problems, dysphagia can be painful and is more common in older people and babies.

What is used to diagnose the cause of dysphagia?

Our specialists can usually diagnose dysphagia through an endoscopic examination of your esophagus. An endoscope is a thin, flexible tube containing a small light and specialized instruments.

What are three disorders that cause dysphagia?

Certain disorders — such as multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy and Parkinson's disease — can cause dysphagia. Neurological damage. Sudden neurological damage, such as from a stroke or brain or spinal cord injury, can affect the ability to swallow. Pharyngoesophageal diverticulum (Zenker's diverticulum).

How do you fix dysphagia?

Treatment for dysphagia includes:

  1. Exercises for your swallowing muscles. If you have a problem with your brain, nerves, or muscles, you may need to do exercises to train your muscles to work together to help you swallow. …
  2. Changing the foods you eat. …
  3. Dilation. …
  4. Endoscopy. …
  5. Surgery. …
  6. Medicines.

How do you prevent dysphagia?

Treatment for dysphagia includes:

  1. Exercises for your swallowing muscles. If you have a problem with your brain, nerves, or muscles, you may need to do exercises to train your muscles to work together to help you swallow. …
  2. Changing the foods you eat. …
  3. Dilation. …
  4. Endoscopy. …
  5. Surgery. …
  6. Medicines.

Can stress and anxiety cause dysphagia?

But difficulty swallowing is a common anxiety symptom, especially during anxiety attacks. It's important to note that trouble swallowing may be a sign of other disorders, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease.