When Diane Wolff's 85-year-old mother was diagnosed with a swallowing disorder in 2010, the prognosis seemed dismal, at least when it came to diet. "Everything had to be pureed, and I couldn't find ...

Many Americans have trouble taking pills — some have a fear of choking while others suffer from dry mouth or a hypersensitive gag reflex. The throat condition, estimated to affect 10% to 15% of the ...

Biologists have discovered a sensor in the throats of fly larvae that seems to trigger serotonin—a feel-good hormone—that is released in the brain when high-quality food is swallowed. The same ...

That frustrating sensation of food seemingly caught in your throat during moments of stress isn’t just in your head. When anxiety strikes, it can transform the simple act of swallowing—something most ...

HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - It’s officially the holiday season, which means there are plenty of sweets and food to eat throughout the next couple of weeks. However, those who may struggle with ...

Swallowing difficulties are common in HPV-related oropharyngeal cancer treatments, affecting quality of life. Radiation leads to dry mouth, while surgery can cause chewing and mouth opening issues.

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — People swallow hundreds of times a day – often without realizing they’re doing it. But for some people, being able to safely swallow means the difference between life and death.

About 14 years ago, when Jessica Herrala, then 34, tried swallowing, it felt as if something was lodged in her throat. “I honestly thought I had a tumor,” Herrala, 48, of Chicago, tells TODAY.com.

Experiencing chest pain can be alarming. But what does it mean if you feel pain in your chest when you swallow? Several conditions can cause chest pain while swallowing. Other symptoms are often ...

People swallow hundreds of times a day – often without realizing they’re doing it. But for some people, being able to safely swallow means the difference between life and death. Georgia Malandraki, ...