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Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

… like surgery. They can also start because of health conditions like dementia, Multiple … chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities? It's important for the entire … Practices for Nutrition, Food service and Dining in Long Term Care Homes at …

Digestive conditions

… intolerance Useful resources GI Society Find articles, videos, symptom charts, stories …

Difficulty Swallowing Dysphagia

… Condition Basics What is difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)? Difficulty swallowing is also …

Tips for Swallowing Medicines

… Overview Some people have a hard time swallowing medicines. Large pills or capsules … pill that you can try. Related Information Difficulty Swallowing (Dysphagia) Esophageal Spasm Esophagitis Taking …

Mouth Problems Non-Injury

… watch the symptoms and seek care in the morning. If the symptoms get worse, seek care … watch the symptoms and seek care in the morning. If the symptoms get worse, seek care … watch the symptoms and seek care in the morning. If the symptoms get worse, seek care …

Swallowed or Inhaled Objects

… will usually pass through the rest of your digestive tract without problems. It will show … Most swallowed objects pass through the digestive tract without any problem within a … irritate, or poke a hole in (puncture) the digestive tract. Has swallowed a poisonous …

Facial Problems Non-Injury

… It may lead to blindness if not treated. Trigeminal neuralgia . This is a condition that causes … It may lead to blindness if not treated. Trigeminal neuralgia . This is a condition …

Mouth and Dental Injuries

… or torn away from the socket. First aid and dental care are needed right away when a … are different than signs of pain in a baby or toddler . 8 to 10: Severe pain Severe pain 5 … can be hard to tell how much pain a baby or toddler is in. Severe pain (8 to 10) : The …

Respiratory Problems Age 12 and Older

… Check Your Symptoms Overview Most adults and older children have several respiratory infections each year. Respiratory problems can be as minor as the common cold or … stuffy nose. It may lead to blocked nasal passages that cause you to breathe through your …

Neck Problems and Injuries

… Overview Most people will have a minor neck problem at one time or another. Our body … upper back, or arms. Or it may cause a headache. Neck movement may be limited, … type of minor injury include: Holding your head in a forward posture or odd position …