Care Provider Bulletin: Dysphagia and Food Texture

Dysphagia and Food Texture

Dysphagia is a swallowing disorder. Some people have a hard time swallowing foods, liquids or their own saliva. This can be due to a neurological or physical limitation. Difficulty swallowing can also be an aversion to food textures or consistency. Food texture aversion is more than a preference or picky eating.

Dysphagia can be serious. If someone cannot swallow properly, they are at risk of aspiration and choking.

Please see the attached care provider bulletin to learn more about: 

• What are some signs to look for?
• What are the dangers?
• Who is at risk?
• Treatment and prevention.

To see past bulletins, visit the Care Provider Bulletins webpage.