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Definition:

Dysphagia is a medical term referring to the difficulty or discomfort experienced during swallowing. It can manifest as a sensation of food sticking in the throat or chest, coughing or choking during eating, and may be caused by various underlying conditions affecting the throat or esophagus.

Sample Sentences:

• After suffering a stroke, John developed dysphagia and had to consume a soft diet to prevent further complications.
• Individuals with dysphagia should consult a healthcare professional for proper diagnosis and management.
• My grandmother's dysphagia improved significantly with the help of speech therapy.
• Tom's dysphagia caused him to avoid social gatherings involving food, as he feared embarrassment.

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