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class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-undefined-72bdf9a elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"undefined-72bdf9a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Treatment Details<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-undefined-91b424f elementor-widget-tablet__width-inherit elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"undefined-91b424f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Eating is one of life&#8217;s most significant pleasures. Swallowing problems can turn this pleasure into agony and lead to life-threatening risks. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d87eed1 elementor-widget-tablet__width-inherit elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d87eed1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 data-start=\"182\" data-end=\"220\"><strong data-start=\"184\" data-end=\"218\">What is Dysphagia (Difficulty Swallowing)?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"221\" data-end=\"482\">Dysphagia (medically known as difficulty swallowing) is a condition where food or liquids get stuck, are delayed, or cause pain during the normal swallowing process from the mouth to the stomach. Over time, this condition can lead to serious health problems, social withdrawal, and a decrease in quality of life. <\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"523\"><strong data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"521\">How Does the Swallowing Process Occur?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"576\">A normal swallowing process occurs in four phases:<\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"578\" data-end=\"847\">\n<li data-start=\"578\" data-end=\"654\">\n<p data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"654\"><strong data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"606\">Oral preparatory phase:<\/strong> Food is chewed in the mouth and prepared for swallowing.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"720\">\n<p data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"720\"><strong data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"682\">Oral transit phase:<\/strong> The tongue pushes the food towards the throat.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"721\" data-end=\"785\">\n<p data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"785\"><strong data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"743\">Pharyngeal phase:<\/strong> Food passes from the throat into the esophagus.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"847\">\n<p data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"847\"><strong data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"808\">Esophageal phase:<\/strong> Food descends from the esophagus into the stomach.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"912\">Any disruption in any phase can lead to a swallowing disorder.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"952\"><strong data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"950\">Symptoms of Dysphagia<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"953\" data-end=\"1215\">\n<li data-start=\"953\" data-end=\"977\">\n<p data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"977\">Sensation of food getting stuck in the throat<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"978\" data-end=\"1014\">\n<p data-start=\"980\" data-end=\"1014\">Constant need to clear the throat<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1045\">\n<p data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1045\">Change in voice, hoarseness<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1079\">\n<p data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1079\">Regurgitation of food through the nose<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1110\">\n<p data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1110\">Coughing or choking sensation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1146\">\n<p data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1146\">Difficulty or pain while eating<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1161\">\n<p data-start=\"1149\" data-end=\"1161\">Weight loss<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1215\">\n<p data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1215\">Recurrent pneumonia attacks (due to aspiration)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1253\"><strong data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1251\">Causes of Dysphagia<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"1254\" data-end=\"1285\"><strong data-start=\"1254\" data-end=\"1283\">1. Neurological diseases:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1404\">\n<li data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1309\">\n<p data-start=\"1288\" data-end=\"1309\">Parkinson&#8217;s disease<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1329\">\n<p data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1329\">Multiple sclerosis<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1366\">\n<p data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1366\">ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1382\">\n<p data-start=\"1369\" data-end=\"1382\">Stroke<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1383\" data-end=\"1404\">\n<p data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1404\">Alzheimer&#8217;s disease<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1432\"><strong data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1430\">2. Muscle diseases:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1468\">\n<li data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1454\">\n<p data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1454\">Myasthenia gravis<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1455\" data-end=\"1468\">\n<p data-start=\"1457\" data-end=\"1468\">Scleroderma<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1501\"><strong data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1499\">3. Mechanical obstructions:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1589\">\n<li data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1514\">\n<p data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1514\">Tumors<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1541\">\n<p data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1541\">Web (thin membrane formation)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1564\">\n<p data-start=\"1544\" data-end=\"1564\">Zenker&#8217;s diverticulum<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1565\" data-end=\"1589\">\n<p data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1589\">Esophageal stricture<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1591\" data-end=\"1616\"><strong data-start=\"1591\" data-end=\"1614\">4. Reflux disease:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1711\">\n<li data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1711\">\n<p data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1711\">Long-term gastroesophageal reflux can cause damage to the esophagus and lead to dysphagia.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1713\" data-end=\"1755\"><strong data-start=\"1713\" data-end=\"1753\">5. Post-surgery or radiotherapy:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1849\">\n<li data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1849\">\n<p data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1849\">Surgeries or radiotherapy applied to the head and neck region can impair swallowing functions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1877\"><strong data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1877\">Diagnostic Methods<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"2012\"><strong data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"1926\">1. Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES):<\/strong><br data-start=\"1926\" data-end=\"1929\">The inside of the throat is observed during swallowing using a thin camera inserted through the nose.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2166\"><strong data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2057\">2. Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS):<\/strong><br data-start=\"2057\" data-end=\"2060\">Swallowing phases are monitored under X-ray while the patient swallows barium-containing foods with fluoroscopy.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2259\"><strong data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2188\">3. Esophagography:<\/strong><br data-start=\"2188\" data-end=\"2191\">Used to evaluate the shape and function of the esophagus.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2261\" data-end=\"2352\"><strong data-start=\"2261\" data-end=\"2278\">4. Manometry:<\/strong><br data-start=\"2278\" data-end=\"2281\">Motor disorders are identified by measuring pressures within the esophagus.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2354\" data-end=\"2455\"><strong data-start=\"2354\" data-end=\"2385\">5. Fiberoptic Laryngoscopy:<\/strong><br data-start=\"2385\" data-end=\"2388\">The throat and vocal cords are examined to detect problems during swallowing.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"2462\" data-end=\"2485\"><strong data-start=\"2464\" data-end=\"2485\">Treatment Methods<\/strong><\/h4>\n<h5 data-start=\"2487\" data-end=\"2534\">1. <strong data-start=\"2493\" data-end=\"2532\">Dietary and Positioning Adjustments<\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul data-start=\"2535\" data-end=\"2630\">\n<li data-start=\"2535\" data-end=\"2559\">\n<p data-start=\"2537\" data-end=\"2559\">Texture-modified foods<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2560\" data-end=\"2578\">\n<p data-start=\"2562\" data-end=\"2578\">Small bites<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2579\" data-end=\"2603\">\n<p data-start=\"2581\" data-end=\"2603\">Upright sitting position<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2604\" data-end=\"2630\">\n<p data-start=\"2606\" data-end=\"2630\">Swallowing techniques training<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5 data-start=\"2632\" data-end=\"2697\">2. <strong data-start=\"2638\" data-end=\"2695\">Swallowing Therapies (Speech-Language Pathology)<\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul data-start=\"2698\" data-end=\"2800\">\n<li data-start=\"2698\" data-end=\"2733\">\n<p data-start=\"2700\" data-end=\"2733\">Laryngeal elevation exercises<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2734\" data-end=\"2758\">\n<p data-start=\"2736\" data-end=\"2758\">Mendelsohn maneuver<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2759\" data-end=\"2779\">\n<p data-start=\"2761\" data-end=\"2779\">Shaker exercise<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2780\" data-end=\"2800\">\n<p data-start=\"2782\" data-end=\"2800\">Whistle exercises<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5 data-start=\"2802\" data-end=\"2829\">3. <strong data-start=\"2808\" data-end=\"2827\">Medical Treatments<\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul data-start=\"2830\" data-end=\"2903\">\n<li data-start=\"2830\" data-end=\"2858\">\n<p data-start=\"2832\" data-end=\"2858\">Reflux treatment (medications)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2859\" data-end=\"2903\">\n<p data-start=\"2861\" data-end=\"2903\">Muscle relaxants for spasm relief<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5 data-start=\"2905\" data-end=\"2934\">4. <strong data-start=\"2911\" data-end=\"2932\">Surgical Treatments<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p data-start=\"2935\" data-end=\"2988\">Can be applied depending on the type and cause of dysphagia:<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"2990\" data-end=\"3020\">&#8211; <strong data-start=\"2996\" data-end=\"3018\">Vocal Cord Injection:<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"3021\" data-end=\"3104\">Applied to bring the vocal cord closer to the midline in cases of vocal cord mobility disorders.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"3106\" data-end=\"3148\">&#8211; <strong data-start=\"3112\" data-end=\"3146\">Balloon Dilation:<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"3149\" data-end=\"3194\">If there is a stricture in the esophagus, it is opened with a balloon.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"3196\" data-end=\"3253\">&#8211; <strong data-start=\"3202\" data-end=\"3251\">Cricopharyngeal Myotomy (Laser Dilation):<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"3254\" data-end=\"3314\">A surgery aimed at providing relaxation at the entrance of the esophagus.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"3316\" data-end=\"3354\">&#8211; <strong data-start=\"3322\" data-end=\"3352\">Laryngotracheal Separation:<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"3355\" data-end=\"3431\">Aims to prevent aspiration by separating the vocal cords and the trachea.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"3433\" data-end=\"3467\">&#8211; <strong data-start=\"3439\" data-end=\"3465\">Partial Laryngectomy:<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"3468\" data-end=\"3561\">Protective surgeries performed to prevent food from entering the lungs during swallowing.<\/p>\n<blockquote data-start=\"3563\" data-end=\"3665\">\n<p data-start=\"3565\" data-end=\"3665\">These treatments are generally performed endoscopically (through the mouth). Open surgery may be required for some patients. <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h4 data-start=\"3672\" data-end=\"3723\"><strong data-start=\"3674\" data-end=\"3723\">What is Considered When Deciding on Treatment?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"3725\" data-end=\"3877\">\n<li data-start=\"3725\" data-end=\"3750\">\n<p data-start=\"3727\" data-end=\"3750\">Patient&#8217;s general condition<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3751\" data-end=\"3775\">\n<p data-start=\"3753\" data-end=\"3775\">Underlying disease<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3776\" data-end=\"3805\">\n<p data-start=\"3778\" data-end=\"3805\">Cause of swallowing disorder<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3806\" data-end=\"3826\">\n<p data-start=\"3808\" data-end=\"3826\">Risk of aspiration<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3827\" data-end=\"3877\">\n<p data-start=\"3829\" data-end=\"3877\">Preservation of speech and breathing functions<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3879\" data-end=\"3949\">A multidisciplinary approach is essential for patient-specific treatment planning.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"3956\" data-end=\"3997\"><strong data-start=\"3958\" data-end=\"3997\">Surgery Information Card (Sample Template)<\/strong><\/h4>\n<div class=\"_tableContainer_16hzy_1\">\n<div class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"3999\" data-end=\"4663\">\n<thead data-start=\"3999\" data-end=\"4072\">\n<tr data-start=\"3999\" data-end=\"4072\">\n<th data-start=\"3999\" data-end=\"4027\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Criterion<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"4027\" data-end=\"4072\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Information<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"4146\" data-end=\"4663\">\n<tr data-start=\"4146\" data-end=\"4219\">\n<td data-start=\"4146\" data-end=\"4173\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"4148\" data-end=\"4167\">Surgery Duration<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-start=\"4173\" data-end=\"4219\" data-col-size=\"sm\">30 minutes 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data-start=\"4444\" data-end=\"4464\">Return to Work Period<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-start=\"4469\" data-end=\"4515\" data-col-size=\"sm\">7-14 days<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"4516\" data-end=\"4589\">\n<td data-start=\"4516\" data-end=\"4543\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"4518\" data-end=\"4541\">Full Recovery Period<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-start=\"4543\" data-end=\"4589\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Average 3-6 weeks<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"4590\" data-end=\"4663\">\n<td data-start=\"4590\" data-end=\"4617\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"4592\" data-end=\"4612\">Duration of Effect<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-start=\"4617\" data-end=\"4663\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Varies depending on the cause<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<div class=\"sticky end-(--thread-content-margin) h-0 self-end select-none\">\n<div class=\"absolute end-0 flex items-end\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h4 data-start=\"4670\" data-end=\"4713\"><strong data-start=\"4672\" data-end=\"4711\">How Does Dysphagia Affect Life?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"4714\" data-end=\"4820\">Swallowing problems can be challenging not only physically but also psychologically and socially:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4822\" data-end=\"4992\">\n<li data-start=\"4822\" data-end=\"4866\">\n<p data-start=\"4824\" data-end=\"4866\">Reluctance to eat in social settings<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4867\" data-end=\"4902\">\n<p data-start=\"4869\" data-end=\"4902\">Weight loss and malnutrition<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4903\" data-end=\"4927\">\n<p data-start=\"4905\" data-end=\"4927\">Speech disorders<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4928\" data-end=\"4956\">\n<p data-start=\"4930\" data-end=\"4956\">Risk of anxiety and depression<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4957\" data-end=\"4992\">\n<p data-start=\"4959\" data-end=\"4992\">Significant decrease in quality of life<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-start=\"4999\" data-end=\"5052\"><strong data-start=\"5001\" data-end=\"5052\">When Should You Consult a Doctor for Dysphagia?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"5054\" data-end=\"5181\">In the following situations, it is imperative to consult an ENT specialist or an expert experienced in swallowing disorders:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"5183\" data-end=\"5353\">\n<li data-start=\"5183\" data-end=\"5226\">\n<p data-start=\"5185\" data-end=\"5226\">Swallowing problems lasting longer than 2 weeks<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5227\" data-end=\"5252\">\n<p data-start=\"5229\" data-end=\"5252\">Sensation of something stuck in the throat<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5253\" data-end=\"5267\">\n<p data-start=\"5255\" data-end=\"5267\">Weight loss<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5268\" data-end=\"5306\">\n<p data-start=\"5270\" data-end=\"5306\">Recurrent lung infections<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5307\" data-end=\"5353\">\n<p data-start=\"5309\" data-end=\"5353\">Food\/liquid leakage accompanied by coughing<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-start=\"5360\" data-end=\"5396\"><strong data-start=\"5362\" data-end=\"5394\">Why Associate Professor Dr. Necati Enver? <\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"5397\" data-end=\"5630\">\n<li data-start=\"5397\" data-end=\"5439\">\n<p data-start=\"5399\" data-end=\"5439\">Academic experience in swallowing disorders<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5440\" data-end=\"5492\">\n<p data-start=\"5442\" data-end=\"5492\">Advanced techniques in endoscopic and laser surgeries<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5493\" data-end=\"5548\">\n<p data-start=\"5495\" data-end=\"5548\">Comprehensive evaluation and personalized treatment<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5549\" data-end=\"5588\">\n<p data-start=\"5551\" data-end=\"5588\">Expert multidisciplinary team in the field<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5589\" data-end=\"5630\">\n<p data-start=\"5591\" data-end=\"5630\">Modern medical infrastructure and advanced technology<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-start=\"5637\" data-end=\"5667\"><strong data-start=\"5639\" data-end=\"5665\">Swallowing is Life<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"5668\" data-end=\"5940\">Swallowing is not only a physiological function but also a social and psychological one. Therefore, dysphagia is not merely a symptom but a serious health problem that requires treatment. Early diagnosis and personalized treatment improve quality of life and prevent complications.  <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Homepage \/ Contents Difficulty Swallowing Treatment Details Eating is one of life&#8217;s most significant pleasures. Swallowing problems can turn this pleasure into agony and lead to life-threatening risks. What is Dysphagia (Difficulty Swallowing)? 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