Dear gej53, Thank-you. It is more confusing than anything. You are told you passed the swallow test, then doctor says no food/drink. I would rather live and breathe than eat and drink. Thank-you for your kindness. We all have problems, just different. You are in my prayers as well. Ipray for all the lovely souls on here that care about each other. This site is like a little slice of what heaven must be like...everyone loving one another.