A recent Israeli study investigated dysphagia, or trouble swallowing, revealing significant age-related benchmarks for swallowing frequency. The study analyzed data from 280 adults aged 20 to 90 and found that swallowing ability declines with age, especially in women and those on multiple medications. Dysphagia can be linked to serious health conditions like cancer and stroke. The Repetitive Saliva Swallow Test (RSST) is recommended for early detection, emphasizing the need for awareness about potential symptoms like weight loss and recurring infections.
Dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing, can signal potentially serious health issues like cancers and strokes, with a new study establishing age-specific swallowing benchmarks.
The Repetitive Saliva Swallow Test (RSST) indicates that swallowing frequency declines with age, highlighting the importance of early detection to prevent serious conditions.
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