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Difficulty Swallowing

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Difficulty Swallowing Treatment

The treatment for difficulty swallowing depends on the underlying cause.

Treatment for difficulty swallowing may include:

Endoscopy for dysphagia:

To dilate the esophagus
May improve the passage of food through the esophagus

Physical therapy for dysphagia

Swallowing exercises

Liquid diet
Antacid:

Acid-blocker medication:

Calcium channel blockers
Surgery for dysphagia:

To repair the esophagus

Dysphagia clinical trials

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Last Updated: Apr 15, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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