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How Can Swallowing Difficulty In An Elderly Person Be Treated?
my motherinlaw had her esophgas stretched years ago and thinks she needs it again? She is 81 years old. We aren t sure why she thinks she needs it done again, she doesn t claim to have any problems swallowing? Just wonderingwhat your thoughts are on this
Tue, 23 Oct 2018
Hello,
Esophageal dilatation may be needed, if there is narrowing of esophagus causing difficulties in swallowing. If there is no swallowing difficulty there is no need to do it until otherwise asked by doctor.
Hope I have answered your query.
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Regards,
Dr. Mahboob Ur Rahman,
General & Family Physician
Esophageal dilatation may be needed, if there is narrowing of esophagus causing difficulties in swallowing. If there is no swallowing difficulty there is no need to do it until otherwise asked by doctor.
Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mahboob Ur Rahman,
General & Family Physician
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