Dysphagia: Or difficulty swallowing is the cause of choking on certain food/ fluids. The risk is aspiration pneumonia. I would recommend an evaluation by a speech therapist for a swallow evaluation. They will try different foods and fluids consistencies and recommend a safe diet for your grandmother
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