Speech

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A bedside swallow exam is a test to see if you have dysphagia. Dysphagia is trouble swallowing. It can lead to serious problems, such as lung infection.

A fiberoptic evaluation of swallowing (FEES) test is used to see if you have dysphagia. Dysphagia is when you have trouble swallowing.

A fiberoptic evaluation of swallowing (FEES) test is used to see if you have dysphagia. Dysphagia is when you have trouble swallowing.

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Aphasia is a loss of language skills. People with aphasia may not be able to express their thoughts (expressive aphasia) or understand others (receptive aphasia).

Dysarthria is a speech problem due to muscle weakness in the face, lips, tongue, throat, and breathing muscles. It is caused by brain damage. A person who has dysarthria knows which words to use, but may not be able to make the right sounds.

Aspiration is when something enters your airway or lungs by accident. It may be food, liquid, or some other material. This can cause serious health problems. Aspiration can happen when you have trouble swallowing normally. This is called dysphagia. Read on to learn more.

Selective mutism is when a child can't speak in certain settings, but can speak fine in others. For example, a child may not be able to speak at school, but can speak with no problem at home. It is called selective mutism because the child is only mute in certain situations.

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Aphasia happens when a part of the brain that processes language is damaged. A speech-language therapist (an expert trained in speech and language rehabilitation) will work closely with the person and their family to help the person communicate.

Dysarthria is a speech problem caused by a lack of control over the muscles in the face and mouth. Clearer, smoother speech is the goal of rehabilitation.

Dysphagia is a disorder that can be described as difficulty getting food from the mouth to the stomach safely. With the direction of a licensed speech-language pathologist, these exercises may help strengthen and increase movement in the face muscles. This can make eating food safer and easier.

Dysarthria happens when the part of the brain that controls speech production is damaged. There may be abnormalities with the speech and tone. Working with a speech therapist can help. Read on to learn more.

Aphasia happens when a part of the brain that processes language is damaged. Most people who have a stroke or a brain injury are tested for aphasia. A speech-language therapist will work closely with the person to help them communicate.

Larynx-closure exercises can help you swallow better. They are used if you have trouble swallowing (dysphagia). Over time, these exercises may help you to swallow normally again.

Lip closure exercises can help you swallow better. You may need these exercises if you have trouble swallowing (dysphagia). The exercises may help make your lips stronger and better able to move over time.

Larynx-lifting exercises can help you swallow better. You may need these exercises if you have trouble swallowing (dysphagia).

Tongue-strengthening exercises can help you swallow better. You may need these exercises if you have trouble swallowing (dysphagia). With practice these exercises may help make your tongue stronger and able to move more easily.

Aspiration is when something enters your airway or lungs by accident. It may be food, liquid, or some other material. This can cause serious health problems, such as pneumonia. Aspiration can happen when you have trouble swallowing normally, a condition called dysphagia.

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Dysphagia is when a person has trouble swallowing normally. A dysphagia diet is a way of eating and drinking that is safer for a person who has trouble swallowing. It helps to prevent aspiration. On a dysphagia diet, only certain kinds of liquids are safe to drink.

A dysphagia diet is a special eating plan. Your healthcare provider may advise it if you have trouble swallowing (dysphagia).