Can You Fix Dysphagia

Many cases of dysphagia can be improved with treatment, but a cure isn’t always possible. Treatments for dysphagia include: speech and language therapy to learn new swallowing techniques. changing the consistency of food and liquids to make them safer to swallow.

Is dysphagia serious?

Dysphagia can be painful. In some cases, swallowing is impossible. Occasional difficulty swallowing, such as when you eat too fast or don’t chew your food well enough, usually isn’t cause for concern. But persistent dysphagia can be a serious medical condition requiring treatment.

Does dysphagia last forever?

Dysphagia can be long-term (chronic). Or it may come on suddenly. If your child’s swallowing issues start suddenly and your child is normally healthy, your child may have something stuck in the esophagus.