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Dysphagia (difficulties swallowing)
Dysphagia is a difficulty or discomfort in swallowing. Dysphagia can happen for lots of reasons. It can affect anyone at any age. Learn more about dysphagia and safer swallowing.
Read moreReferral
For assistance with communication difficulties, we accept referrals from:
- patients (self-referral)
- healthcare professionals
- friends or family or the patient
For swallowing difficulties, we accept referrals from healthcare professionals.
Eligibility
We will not accept referrals for children, adults with voice problems, adults with head and neck cancer or adults who require more specialist support for their needs linked to a learning difficulty or disability.
