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Does your throat get tighter as you age? Understanding age-related swallowing changes

According to the National Foundation of Swallowing Disorders, more than 20% of adults over 50 experience some level of swallowing difficulty, a condition medically known as dysphagia. A common question that arises is, **does your throat get tighter as you age**? While the throat does not physically constrict, the sensation of tightness or difficulty swallowing is a recognized symptom of age-related changes.