Symptoms and Causes of Swallowing Disorders

Although the act of eating is considered a routine part of our daily life, it is a fact that even a minor problem in swallowing function can have significant effects on our health and quality of life. Swallowing disorders, or dysphagia as it is medically known, is a condition in which there is difficulty in the swallowing process and this process becomes painful or almost impossible. As Robotic Rehabilitation Center, we work to address the underlying causes and symptoms of this complex problem, raise awareness and offer effective treatment methods.

Symptoms of swallowing disorders can include a wide range of consequences. These include coughing or a feeling of stuckness in the throat while eating and drinking, difficulty swallowing liquid or solid foods, leaking mucus or food from the mouth, hoarseness of the voice, bad breath, weight loss and malnutrition. These symptoms can directly affect patients' daily lives and cause them to become socially isolated.

When it comes to the causes of dysphagia, there are a variety of factors that can cause this problem to occur. Muscle weakness, nerve problems, stroke or brain injury, cancer of the throat or esophagus, neurological disorders such as GERD (Gastroesophageal reflux disease) and Parkinson's are some of the health problems that may lie behind swallowing disorders. Swallowing disorders may occur when there is a disruption at any point in the swallowing process, that is, in the path from the mouth to the stomach. As Robotic Rehabilitation Center, we aim to identify specific causes with a multidisciplinary treatment approach and offer personalized treatment plans for this person.

Since the treatment of such health problems will vary depending on the underlying condition that causes the problem, it is of great importance to accurately diagnose the difficulties experienced by the individual. Treatment methods may include nutritional regulations, exercises to strengthen the swallowing mechanism, language and speech therapy, and in some cases, surgical interventions. At the Robotic Rehabilitation Center, we implement comprehensive rehabilitation programs to help individuals with swallowing disorders regain their natural eating and drinking ability.

Considering that swallowing disorders can occur especially in older ages and in individuals with chronic diseases, it is of great importance for those who encounter this problem to seek professional help without delay for early diagnosis and treatment. As Robotic Rehabilitation Center, we offer the most advanced treatment methods and first-class care services to our patients with our physiotherapists and rehabilitation team who are experts in dysphagia.

Remember that having difficulty swallowing is not only a medical problem, but also a condition that can affect a person's social life and general well-being. For this reason, as the Robotic Rehabilitation Center, we develop treatment approaches specific to the needs of our patients and work to improve their quality of life so that they can return to their normal lives as quickly as possible. If you or your loved ones are struggling with swallowing disorders, please contact us; Let's walk together to healthy and happy days.