noun
- Plural of dysphagia; conditions characterized by difficulty or discomfort in swallowing.
Usage: Medical term; Plural form
Examples
- The patient experienced multiple dysphagias following the stroke.
- Dysphagias can result from neurological disorders, structural abnormalities, or muscle weakness.
- Speech-language pathologists often evaluate dysphagias in elderly patients.
- Treatment for dysphagias may include dietary modifications and swallowing therapy.
- The hospital documented several cases of dysphagias in post-surgical patients.