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Understanding the Lifespan: At what age can dysphagia occur?

Statistics indicate that between 10% and 33% of older adults experience dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing. However, this medical issue is not confined to old age, and the answer to the question, "At what age can dysphagia occur?", is that it can manifest at any stage of life, from infancy through the geriatric years. The underlying causes, symptoms, and treatment approaches often differ significantly depending on the person's age.