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What is dysphagia? is it a problem with the tongue not pushing the food back at the right time?

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Trouble swallowing: Many causes, mostly involve the nerves and muscles of the throat. Need a doctor to assess the severity....Complex actions in swallowing, involving tongue, soft palate and throat.Vocal cords have to close too so the food doesn't fall into the airway.

Answered 10/18/2016

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Swallowing problem: Dysphagia is the medical term for swallowing problems. It can be causes by multiple problems with a tongue problem being one of a long list of throat, neurological and gastrointestinal problems.

Answered 9/28/2016

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