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Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

… medications, dental problems or medical treatments like surgery. They can also start … medications, dental problems or medical treatments like surgery. They can also start …

Digestive conditions

… by gluten. Read tips for following a gluten-free diet and find support groups in your area: Celiac disease: Eating a gluten-free diet Hidden gluten Living a healthy gluten free life (Celiac Canada) Support groups …

Difficulty Swallowing Dysphagia

… Condition Basics What is difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)? Difficulty swallowing is also called dysphagia. It is … are more serious. If you have a hard time swallowing once or twice, you probably do not …

Tips for Swallowing Medicines

… 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 …

Mouth Problems Non-Injury

… many mouth problems. Your chances of having oral cancer are higher if you smoke, use … many mouth problems. Your chances of having oral cancer are higher if you smoke, use …

Swallowed or Inhaled Objects

… habits and lifestyle , such as eating and exercise habits, smoking, alcohol or drug use, … habits and lifestyle , such as eating and exercise habits, smoking, alcohol or drug use, …

Facial Problems Non-Injury

… It may be getting hard to breathe with activity (mild difficulty breathing), or you … in full sentences. It's hard to breathe with activity. Mild trouble breathing means: You … emergency care. Call 9-1-1 or other emergency services now. Sometimes people don't want to …

Mouth and Dental Injuries

Check Your Symptoms Overview Mouth injuries are common, especially in children. They can involve the teeth, jaw, lips, tongue, inner cheeks, gums, roof of the mouth (hard or soft palates), neck, or …

Respiratory Problems Age 12 and Older

… (sputum) from the lungs. Fever. It may be high with some infections such as pneumonia. … Temperature taken No Temperature taken How high is the fever? The answer may depend on … But be sure to watch for other symptoms. High: 40°C (104°F) or higher, oral High fever: …

Neck Problems and Injuries

… emergency care. Call 9-1-1 or other emergency services now. Sometimes people don't want to … emergency care. Call 9-1-1 or other emergency services now. Do not move the person unless … emergency care. Call 9-1-1 or other emergency services now. After you call 9-1-1 , the …