Dysphagia

What is Dysphagia?

Difficulty swallowing is also called dysphagia. It is usually a sign of a problem with your throat or esophagus - the muscular tube that moves food and liquids from the back of your mouth to your stomach.

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Although dysphagia can happen to anyone, it is most common in older adults, babies, and people who have problems involving the nervous system. If you have a hard time swallowing once or twice, you probably do not have a medical problem. But if you have trouble swallowing on a regular basis, you may have a more serious problem that needs treatment.