Shared from myparkinsonsteam.com.
Parkinson’s disease can cause a person to have difficulty chewing and swallowing. This can have many effects on their health and quality of life. They can develop dry mouth, dehydration, or malnutrition. They can also aspirate (inhale) food, liquid, or saliva into their windpipe, which can be frightening. As one MyParkinsonsTeam member shared, “I recently started choking on my own spit, and for the first time ever, I got really scared because I couldn’t get any air.”
Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia) can be a challenging symptom of Parkinson’s. The good news is that it can be treated. Here’s what you need to know about this symptom, including why it happens and how it can be managed.
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