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It Feels Like There Is Something In My Throat All The Time. When I Lay Down, It Feels 's Better.

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November 11, 2024
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The SLP that I saw pinpointed that is the way that I am facing that impacts my swallowing. She was a lot of help.

November 11, 2024
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Feeling like there is something in your throat all the time can be a symptom of difficulty swallowing (dysphagia), which is common in Parkinson's disease. Here are some tips to manage this:

- Take small sips and bites: This can help make swallowing easier
- Change food texture: Adjusting the thickness or texture of your Show Full Answer

Feeling like there is something in your throat all the time can be a symptom of difficulty swallowing (dysphagia), which is common in Parkinson's disease. Here are some tips to manage this:

- Take small sips and bites: This can help make swallowing easier.
- Change food texture: Adjusting the thickness or texture of your food might help.
- Eat when medication is effective: This can improve your swallowing ability.
- Sit up straight: Maintain an upright posture while eating and drinking.
- Reduce distractions: Focus on your meal without interruptions.
- Swallow regularly: This helps control excess saliva or drooling.

If these symptoms persist, it's important to consult your neurologist, who may refer you to a speech-language pathologist for further evaluation and treatment.

November 11, 2024

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