Handout

Sjogren’s Syndrome and Dysphagia

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Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page

Population:

Adult

Discipline:

SLP

Diagnosis:

Dysphagia

Sjogren’s syndrome is an autoimmune disorder that causes dry mouth, which can lead to dysphagia with reduced saliva production. This handout explains more about this disorder and provides some swallowing strategies to consider. This printable handout is for speech-language pathologists working with adult patients, covering Dysphagia. Print Resource, US Letter, 1 page. Members can view and print it.

Use this resource when a patient, family, or colleague asks:

  • Why do patients with Sjogren’s feel food sticking when swallowing?
  • How does Sjogren’s syndrome affect swallowing and saliva production?
  • What strategies help patients with dry mouth swallow food more easily?

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