Ten Facts About Swallowing Disorders

6. Professionals Who Treat Dysphagia

Physicians may refer patients with suspected dysphagia to an ear, nose, and throat specialist (ENT) or a gastroenterologist for evaluation. If the doctor diagnoses a swallowing disorder, determining the most effective treatment could require the input of other medical practitioners including a neurologist or speech and language pathologist (SLP). An SLP can develop strategies to make eating and swallowing safer and easier by determining how the muscles move, identifying factors contributing to the issue, and advising on diet and posture changes.

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