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Dysphagia (swallowing problems)
Dysphagia is where you have problems swallowing. It's usually caused by certain medicines or another condition, such as acid reflux or a stroke.
Check if it's dysphagia
Some people with dysphagia have problems swallowing certain foods or drinks, while others cannot swallow at all.
Signs of dysphagia include:
- coughing or choking when eating or drinking
- bringing food back up, sometimes through the nose
- a feeling that food is stuck in your throat or chest
- a gurgly, wet-sounding voice when eating or drinking
You may also drool and have problems chewing your food.
Over time, dysphagia can also cause symptoms such as weight loss, dehydration and repeated chest infections.
Causes of dysphagia
Dysphagia is usually caused by another health condition and can happen at any age.
Common causes of swallowing problems include:
Urgent advice: Ask for an urgent GP appointment or get help from NHS 111 if:
You, your child or someone you care for:
- has difficulty swallowing
- coughs or chokes while eating or drinking
- feels like something's
- something stuck in throat when eating
- feels like something stuck in throat when swallowing saliva