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Swallowing
Swallowing Disorders in the Elderly
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My mother can't swallow. Does swallowing go away all at once or does it come and go?
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Veronica91
Answered Nov 2017
New rule is not allowing our loved one to enjoy things she looked forward to. What can we do?
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BurntCaregiver
Replied Feb 28, 2024
Anyone experience food and water stopped in hospice because of swallowing issues?
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AlvaDeer
Answered Mar 2022
Excess phlegm only after dinner. Any tips?
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freqflyer
Answered Jul 2022
Dysphasia ideas, suggestions?
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Butlerna71
Answered Nov 3, 2023
When is a hospital trip more destructive than helpful?
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PandabearAUS
Answered Aug 25, 2023
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My mom has advanced dementia and just yesterday and today we have been having problems with her taking her meds. Any suggestions?
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karyll
Answered Mar 2018
My mom constantly spits, is there anything that can be done about that?
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jeannegibbs
Answered Nov 2017
Where do I begin....
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meallen
Answered Jan 2018
I may have to start thickening my mom's fluids. Any suggestions?
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GardenArtist
Answered Jun 2018
Mom is constantly clearing her throat. Please help.
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qmnpxl
Answered Dec 2019
Is drooling while and after eating a sign of swallowing problems?
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Llamalover47
Answered Jul 2019
I am the medical POA for my father. He has trouble swallowing, but refuses to see a doctor. Am I culpable if he dies?
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lealonnie1
Answered Oct 2020
Any advice or suggestions on transferring hospitals?
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Isthisrealyreal
Replied Feb 2021
Mom (98) has mild dementia. She’s had 2 instances (1meal & once late in same night w/water) not swallowing (dysphagia). Doctor appointment?
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Taarna
Answered Jul 2021
Help with husband, advice?
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JoAnn29
Answered Mar 2022
What should I watch out for regarding swallowing issues?
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OneWhiteFeather
Answered Aug 2020
How to get Dad off a mechanically altered diet in nursing home?
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dragonflower
Answered Oct 2018
Need nutrition help please, does anyone have an idea or suggestion?
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helpingmom1
Answered Apr 2018
Why does my mother forget to swallow liquids?
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Chel64
Answered Nov 2017
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