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Oct 20, 2025

4 min

Is thick water only for the elderly? Separating Fact from Fiction

While commonly associated with older adults, statistics show that dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing, affects millions of people across all age groups. This condition is the primary medical reason for a prescription of modified liquids, leading many to question: is thick water only for the elderly?

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Oct 18, 2025

4 min

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.

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