What causes difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)?

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Although some people often regard dysphagia as a symptom, doctors sometimes use the term to describe a condition in its own right. Image for illustration purposes
Although some people often regard dysphagia as a symptom, doctors sometimes use the term to describe a condition in its own right. Image for illustration purposes

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Dysphagia is the medical term for difficulty swallowing. People with this symptom have difficulty swallowing liquids, solids, or both. Some also experience pain, or odynophagia, at the same time.

Although some people often regard dysphagia as a symptom, doctors sometimes use the term to describe a condition in its own right.

There is a wide range of potential causes of dysphagia. If it only happens once or twice, there is probably no serious underlying problem, but if it occurs regularly, a person should contact a doctor.

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