Why does Covid-19 Cause Swallowing Difficulties?

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Why does Covid-19 Cause Swallowing Difficulties?
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Difficulty in Swallowing and Voice Problems
Post-Covid Some people who have had COVID-19 or
coronavirus might have difficulty in swallowing
or eating and drinking. This could affect your
voice and communication. You might also become
tired more easily or feel breathless at
times. Swallowing Problems You normally hold
your breath when you swallow. This prevents any
food or fluid entering the lungs. When you have
breathing difficulties, you might have trouble
coordinating breathing and swallowing. There are
things you could do to help manage this at home.
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• Not a CNS Problem?
• To help any swallowing difficulties
• Always sit up completely on a supportive chair
  when you are eating or drinking
• Take a few sips or bites
• Eat or drink slower than usual
• Stop and rest if you experience shortness of
  breath or fatigue
• Eat little and often - 3 smaller meals and 3
  snacks every day is suggested
• Try eating softer foods which require to be
  chewed less
• Limit speaking during meals as this could cause
  breathlessness
• When to Get Help
• Some people heal quickly and do not require much
  support. But others will require more time and
  help in their recovery. If you require extra
  help, talk to a speech and language therapist
  (SLT). A speech and language therapist (SLT)
  might suggest rehabilitation to improve your
  swallowing, voice and communication skills.
• If you do not get enough nutrients because of
  swallowing problems, a dietitian could help.
  Nutrition could affect your recovery and
  mobility. To get an appointment with a speech and
  language therapist (SLT) or a dietitian, talk to
  your healthcare team in hospital. If you are
  recovering at home, ask your general practitioner
  (GP) to refer you.

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• If You Are in Hospital
• Tell your primary care physician or nurse if you
  feel more short of breath during or at the end of
  meals. If you had a tube to help you to breathe,
  you might have difficulty in swallowing when the
  tube comes out. This could last up to 3 weeks but
  many people feel better much sooner.
• Call your general practitioner (GP) for advice if
  you
• Are still having swallowing difficulties after
  following the advice on how to eat or drink
  comfortably
• Are coughing or choking while eating or drinking
• Having a moist or gurgling voice after swallowing
• Are feeling a sticking feeling in your throat
  when eating or drinking
• Have new frequent chest infections
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