{"id":1269,"date":"2025-03-24T13:35:55","date_gmt":"2025-03-24T17:35:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.moiaussijemange.ca\/?page_id=1269"},"modified":"2025-05-22T10:36:49","modified_gmt":"2025-05-22T14:36:49","slug":"dysphagia","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.moiaussijemange.ca\/?page_id=1269&lang=en","title":{"rendered":"What is dysphagia?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!--StartFragment --><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>UNDERSTANDING DYSPHAGIA: CAUSES, SYMPTOMS, AND DIAGNOSIS<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2152 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.moiaussijemange.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/dysphagie.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"258\" height=\"195\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Dysphagia prevents proper swallowing of food and liquids, which can affect well-being and lead to complications if left untreated.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>It results from several factors grouped into three main categories:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Neurological causes:<\/strong> Stroke, Parkinson\u2019s disease, and multiple sclerosis disrupt the muscles involved in swallowing.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mechanical or structural causes:<\/strong> Gastroesophageal reflux, tumors, and abnormalities such as Zenker\u2019s diverticulum obstruct the passage of food.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Muscular causes:<\/strong> Achalasia and esophageal spasms alter the function of the esophagus.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2154 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.moiaussijemange.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/dysphagie2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"299\" height=\"168\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Dysphagia manifests in various ways. Here are the signs to watch for:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Difficulty swallowing:<\/strong> Food seems stuck in the throat or chest.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pain while swallowing:<\/strong> Discomfort or pain accompanies swallowing.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Regurgitation:<\/strong> Food or liquids come back up involuntarily.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Coughing or choking:<\/strong> Mainly occurs while eating or drinking.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hoarse voice:<\/strong> The voice changes after swallowing.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Unexplained weight loss:<\/strong> May result from fear or difficulty eating.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Frequent respiratory infections:<\/strong> Occur when food or liquids enter the airways.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>HOW IS DYSPHAGIA DIAGNOSED?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Doctors use several tests to identify the cause of the condition:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Barium swallow test:<\/strong> This test is important as it allows swallowing to be observed using X-rays.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Endoscopy:<\/strong> A camera inserted into the esophagus explores the digestive tract.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Esophageal manometry:<\/strong> Evaluates pressure and movements in the esophagus.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Speech therapy assessment:<\/strong> Analyzes swallowing mechanics to detect possible dysfunctions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Respiratory and nutritional tests:<\/strong> Help assess the effects of dysphagia on health.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.moiaussijemange.ca\/?page_id=2080&amp;lang=en\"><strong>An adapted diet enhances comfort as it helps prevent complications related to dysphagia.<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1716 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.moiaussijemange.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/dysphagie-300x156.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"156\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.moiaussijemange.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/dysphagie-300x156.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.moiaussijemange.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/dysphagie.jpg 311w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><!--EndFragment --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>UNDERSTANDING DYSPHAGIA: CAUSES, SYMPTOMS, AND DIAGNOSIS &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Dysphagia prevents proper swallowing of food and liquids, which can affect well-being and lead to complications if left untreated. It results from several factors grouped into three main categories: &nbsp; Neurological causes: Stroke, Parkinson\u2019s disease, and multiple sclerosis disrupt the muscles involved in swallowing. 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