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Parkinson's Disease: Eating and Drooling Problems

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Overview

Eating problems

Parkinson's disease can affect many of the muscles used for chewing and swallowing. This can make it hard for you to eat.

Here are some things you can do to help reduce eating problems.

Drooling

Parkinson's disease can affect many of the muscles used for swallowing. It may make it hard for you to swallow saliva. This can lead to drooling.

Here are some things you can do to help.


Credits for Parkinson's Disease: Eating and Drooling Problems

Current as of: December 20, 2023

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