Dysphagia
Difficulty in swallowing.
Also called: Difficulty swallowing, Poor swallowing, Swallowing difficulties, Swallowing difficulty, Deglutition disorder.
Conditions associated with dysphagia
The following conditions have been associated with dysphagia in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
1p36 deletion syndrome
1p36 deletion syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
3-methylcrotonyl-CoA carboxylase 1 deficiency
Any 3-methylcrotonyl-CoA carboxylase deficiency in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the MCCC1 g...
3-methylglutaconic aciduria type 8
3-methylglutaconic aciduria type 8 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and sig...
AGel amyloidosis
AGel amyloidosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
AL amyloidosis
AL amyloidosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Adult-onset autosomal dominant leukodystrophy
Adult-onset autosomal dominant leukodystrophy is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympt...
Adult-onset chronic progressive external ophthalmoplegia with mitochondrial myopathy
Adult-onset chronic progressive external ophthalmoplegia with mitochondrial myopathy is a medical condition th...
Adult-onset multiple mitochondrial DNA deletion syndrome due to DGUOK deficiency
Adult-onset multiple mitochondrial DNA deletion syndrome due to DGUOK deficiency is a medical condition that m...
Alexander disease
Alexander disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Alobar holoprosencephaly
Alobar holoprosencephaly is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Alpha-B crystallin-related late-onset myopathy
Alpha-B crystallin-related late-onset myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
Alport syndrome
Alport syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Alternating hemiplegia of childhood
Alternating hemiplegia of childhood is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and si...
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Anaplastic thyroid carcinoma
Anaplastic thyroid carcinoma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Angelman syndrome
Angelman syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Angelman syndrome due to paternal uniparental disomy of chromosome 15
Angelman syndrome due to paternal uniparental disomy of chromosome 15 is a medical condition that may be assoc...
Antisynthetase syndrome
Antisynthetase syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Arboleda-Tham syndrome
Arboleda-Tham syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Arnold-Chiari malformation type I
Arnold-Chiari malformation type I is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and sign...
Aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase deficiency
Aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
Autosomal dominant optic atrophy, classic form
Autosomal dominant optic atrophy, classic form is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
Autosomal dominant progressive external ophthalmoplegia
Autosomal dominant progressive external ophthalmoplegia is a medical condition that may be associated with var...
Autosomal recessive cerebellar ataxia due to STUB1 deficiency
Autosomal recessive cerebellar ataxia due to STUB1 deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated wi...
Autosomal recessive generalized dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa, intermediate form
Autosomal recessive generalized dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa, intermediate form is a medical condition tha...
Autosomal recessive progressive external ophthalmoplegia
Autosomal recessive progressive external ophthalmoplegia is a medical condition that may be associated with va...
Bilateral perisylvian polymicrogyria
Bilateral perisylvian polymicrogyria is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and s...
Bilateral striopallidodentate calcinosis
Bilateral striopallidodentate calcinosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms a...
Botulism
Botulism is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Bronchogenic cyst
Bronchogenic cyst is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Brown-Vialetto-van Laere syndrome 1
Any Brown-Vialetto-van Laere syndrome in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the SLC52A3 gene....
Brown-Vialetto-van Laere syndrome 2
Any Brown-Vialetto-van Laere syndrome in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the SLC52A2 gene....
CACH syndrome
CACH syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
CODAS syndrome
Codas syndrome is a multiple congenital anomalies syndrome characterized by Cerebral, Ocular, Dental, Auricula...
Carey-Fineman-Ziter syndrome 1
A rare condition characterized by the association of hypotonia, Moebius sequence (bilateral congenital facial ...
Cerebral autosomal dominant arteriopathy-subcortical infarcts-leukoencephalopathy
Cerebral autosomal dominant arteriopathy-subcortical infarcts-leukoencephalopathy is a medical condition that ...
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease X-linked dominant 1
Charcot-Marie-Tooth neuropathy that is inherited in an X-linked manner, and is associated with mutation(s) in ...
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, axonal, Type 2HH
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, axonal, Type 2HH is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympt...
Chiari malformation type I
Arnold-Chiari malformation type I is a central nervous system malformation characterized by caudal displacemen...
Choreoacanthocytosis
Choreoacanthocytosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Tests providers may use to investigate dysphagia
When investigating dysphagia, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Gastrointestinal Health Tests
Fast, easy and affordable gastrointestinal lab tests-- no insurance or a doctor's referral needed. Simply orde...
H. Pylori Igg Testing
This stool test is used to help diagnose H. pylori (Helicobacter pylori) bacteria infections and/or to determi...
H. pylori Test
Detects Helicobacter pylori infection associated with ulcers and gastritis....
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
ANA (Antinuclear Antibodies)
Screens for autoimmune diseases such as lupus....
Ana Blood Test
The Antinuclear Antibody (ANA) blood test is used to determine the cause and the appropriate treatment of arth...
Cbc, Cmp, Ua, Thyroid, & Lipid Health Tests
Our standard health test panel includes thyroid testing, a CBC, CMP, Urinalysis, & Lipid Panel. These lab test...
Free T3
Measures triiodothyronine, a thyroid hormone involved in metabolism....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside dysphagia
Drooling
Excess saliva that flows out of the mouth, which can be caused by swallowing problems, medication, or neurolog...
Dry Eyes
Insufficient moisture on the surface of the eye causing irritation, burning, or grittiness....
Dry Mouth
A feeling of dryness in the mouth due to reduced saliva, which can be caused by medications, Sjogren syndrome,...
Heartburn
A burning sensation in the chest or throat caused by stomach acid flowing back into the esophagus....
Sore Throat
Pain, scratchiness, or irritation of the throat that often worsens when swallowing, commonly caused by viral o...
Swollen Neck Lymph Nodes
Swollen lymph nodes in the neck, often a sign of infection, inflammation, or other conditions....
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if dysphagia is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom dysphagia mean?
Dysphagia is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Difficulty in swallowing.
Which conditions are associated with dysphagia?
Dysphagia has been reported in association with 200 conditions in the medical literature we index, including 1p36 deletion syndrome, 3-methylcrotonyl-CoA carboxylase 1 deficiency, 3-methylglutaconic aciduria type 8, AGel amyloidosis, AL amyloidosis. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about dysphagia?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.