Hard Time Swallowing Assessment, Treatments and Therapy

Hard Time Swallowing Treatment

Hard time swallowing, difficulty swallowing, or dysphagia is a result of throat or esophagus issues. It is a common problem in babies, young adults, and the elderly. Other people with high risks of dysphagia are individuals with brain and nervous system issues.

Prodigy Ear, Nose, and Throat ENT care center treat swallowing concerns for adults and babies. See an experienced ENT doctor today for proven swallowing treatments.

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What are the Causes or Concerns of Dysphagia?

One in 10 people in Kenya who have difficulty swallowing do not see an ENT specialist. Why? Some people are unaware of the concerns that come with a hard swallow, mainly if these signs occur frequently. In that case, seeing an ENT health provider for assistance is crucial.

Here are some of the causes that may be causing dysphagia:

  • Stroke, brain trauma, or spinal cord injury

  • Nervous system disorder

  • Immune system disorder

  • Esophageal spasm

  • Scleroderma

  • Constant esophagus pressure

  • Diverticula

  • Esophagitis

  • GERD, Gastroesophageal reflux disease

  • Esophageal tumors

Dysphagia/ Difficulty Swallowing Testing

Our ENT specialists are experts in the evaluation and treatment of dysphagia. Depending on the severity of the condition, we recommend different swallowing treatment options. Prodigy ENT and Hearing Care Centre is equipped with resources to perform the necessary tests, including:

  • Esophagus and throat x-ray

  • Neck and chest x-rays

  • Esophagus and throat x-ray

  • Laryngoscopy

  • Upper GI endoscopy and Esophagoscopy

Swallowing Treatments and Solutions

The hard time swallowing treatments rely on the causes of this condition. By performing the tests above, we will indeed define the causes and concerns of the difficulty swallowing. Depending on the cause, we may recommend treatments such as:

  • Swallowing exercises to train your muscles to ease the swallowing process

  • Diet change

  • Dilation procedures to expand the esophagus

  • Endoscopy to remove any foreign material stuck in your esophagus

  • Surgeries to remove mass or tumor

  • Dysphagia medicines to treat underlying conditions like GERD and esophagitis

Why Choose Us

The Prodigy ENT and Hearing Care Centre is at the forefront of testing, diagnosing, and helping patients manage their allergies, improving people’s quality of life.

We have extensive knowledge and resources to understand different allergy concerns and how best to address them.

Here are reasons why patients choose the Prodigy ENT and Hearing Care Centre:

  • Experienced specialists you can trust

  • High level of allergy treatment in Kenya

  • Best ENT doctors in Kenya

  • Personalized testing, care, and treatment programs

  • Allergy Management Programs

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