The Disfagia App provides information, guidance and access to an oropharyngeal dysphagia screening test through the app or website.
Dysphagia is difficulty swallowing food, liquids or saliva. It can occur at different stages of life, but is more common among older adults, people with neurological conditions, stroke survivors and individuals with changes in the muscles involved in swallowing.
Recognizing dysphagia symptoms is important for seeking professional guidance and reducing risks such as choking, weight loss, dehydration, respiratory infections and aspiration.
Warning signs include coughing during meals, frequent choking, a feeling that food is stuck in the throat, difficulty swallowing pills, a wet-sounding voice after eating or drinking, and unexplained weight loss.
Disfagia App offers an online screening test to help identify initial signs associated with swallowing difficulty. The questionnaire does not replace medical or speech-language pathology assessment, but it can support the decision to seek specialized care.
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Information prepared to help patients, families and caregivers understand dysphagia warning signs and everyday care.
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Use the app or complete the dysphagia screening test directly on the website.