Dysphagia is any swallowing disorder that impacts the oral cavity (mouth), pharynx (throat), or esophagus. Difficulty swallowing can affect hydration and nutritional status, lung health, and enjoyment of eating. Though more common in adults, swallow disorders also affect children. An individual with dysphagia might experience:

-coughing/throat clearing during or after eating/drinking

-wet or gurgly voice after eating/drinking

-food or liquid leaking out of the mouth while eating/drinking

-globus sensation (feels like food gets stuck)

-pain with swallowing