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A member asked:
Please advise on what treatment i should follow as it is difficult to swallow and eat. furthermore, its quite strenuous to speak?
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Before treatment: A working diagnosis will be needed. Best will be to start with a speech and swallow evaluation in order to substantiate abnormalities. Based on results, a specialist may be consulted. Starting with a primary care doc doc will help in coordinating workup.
Answered 3/22/2022
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