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Hello Jim, @jimhd
I agree with you that curiosity and research can be confused with worry - it is sometimes hard to decide the motivation.
I'm glad to hear that you are getting some answers to some of your problems. The swallowing problem can be difficult to sort out. My swallowing problem has been caused by Parkinson's and also a paralyzed vocal cord, which was corrected some with surgery. I have been told that turning my head and looking down will help when I swallow. Also, holding your breath when you swallow liquids has been known to help with some swallowing problems. I'm not sure that these techniques work for all swallowing problems - but you can certainly give them a try.
As I recall you also saw a speech therapist. Was that helpful?
Teresa
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Yes, Teresa @hopeful33250 - it does help to hold my breath when drinking liquid. I'm working on taking sips instead of guzzling. I've found that swallowing is a bit better since starting the exercises, though certain foods do require extra effort to get them all the way to my stomach. Tim @squaredancer has been helpful with knowing what to watch for, especially as far as risky eating is concerned. Weird. I never thought of eating as a risky behavior. Lol.
I'm finding that many of my problems are likely associated with neuropathy. I think that, for the most part, progression is relatively slow, which eases my anxiety level somewhat.
How long have you had Parkinson's, Teresa? That's another disease that might progress slowly, as well, though I've known people at both ends of the spectrum. You appear to take things in stride. I imagine, though, that you carry some level of anxiety. I know the challenges that anxiety, as well as the various diseases themselves, presents. I pray that the Lord will give you the strength you need for each day.
Jim