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Learn about swallowing problems

Dysphagia is when you have problems swallowing or can't swallow at all. This Easy Read resource says what dysphagia is and how it is treated.
Who is it for?
People with intellectual disability, People with complex disability
What is it about?
Common health conditions, Oral health
Who made it?
Easy Health
When was it made?
It was created
26 years ago
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Because it was made to help, not for profit.

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Many people with intellectual disability have problems swallowing, eating and drinking. 

This is known as dysphagia.

This Easy Read resource is about swallowing problems.

You can download a PDF guide that explains:

  • causes of swallowing problems
  • different types of swallowing problems
  • things that happen when you find it hard to swallow
  • how doctors can help with the problem.

In Australia, you should call Triple Zero 000 if you have trouble breathing.

The guide says that you should call 111 if you have trouble breathing. But that is the number to call if you live in the United Kingdom.

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