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… scars can make your esophagus narrower. Have esophagitis. This is inflammation of the … have dysphagia related to GERD, heartburn, or esophagitis, prescription medicines may help … liquids. Related Information Esophageal Spasm Esophagitis Esophagus Tests Gastroesophageal …
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… 110a Eating, chewing and swallowing difficulties … (ALS). Why is it important to manage eating, chewing and swallowing difficulties? … afterwards. The health care team works together to develop the care plan to make sure …
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… Overview Some people have a hard time swallowing medicines. Large pills or capsules … problems. Here are some tips to help make swallowing easier. Take a few sips of water to … can be crushed or taken apart to make swallowing easier. Check with your pharmacist …
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… Overview Digestive conditions are problems that affect how your … eating advice for these and other digestive conditions. Fibre-modified diets If you have a … group details and more. … Overview Digestive conditions are problems that affect how your …
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… can give you more information about local resources, such as in-home help. They may also … talk to your doctor. Get vaccinated against COVID-19, influenza (flu), and pneumonia. … can give you more information about local resources, such as in-home help. They may also …
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… tests (such as esophageal manometry) or a barium swallow. Esophageal manometry uses a … (transducers) that measure pressure. A barium swallow is done using X-rays. Other … tests (such as esophageal manometry) or a barium swallow. Esophageal manometry uses a …
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… Or it can be having a hard time talking or swallowing. The weakness slowly spreads to … fingers to do tasks. Problems with speaking, swallowing, eating, walking, and breathing. … therapy. This can help you with coughing, swallowing, and talking after weakness in the …
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… health. The doctor may do tests such as: An endoscopy . During this test, the doctor puts … Reflux Disease (GERD) Hiatal Hernia Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Credits Current as …
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… is getting care at home may need help with eating. When helping them eat, be patient and … you may have to provide extra help with eating and getting enough nutrition. If the … Meals can be a great way to spend time together. Eat with each other if you can. You …
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… for Variceal Bleeding Cleaning Up Diarrhea Clostridioides Difficile (C. diff) Colitis Colic Colon Polyps …
