Signs and symptoms of Dysphagia

The signs and symptoms of Dysphagia can be subtle and
therefore difficult to spot. This puts those in your care at
increased risk of dehydration - a primary side effect of this
condition.

However your can reduce these risks by using the attached
leaflet containing the 15 key symptoms of Dysphagia.   

By using them as a reference, it will be easy for you to identify
there is an issue. Then take action - sooner rather than later,
to improve the hydration levels of those in your care.

Which in turn will help prevent urinary tract infections, falls,
poor oral health etc. Or the need for your GP to make frequent
call outs to deal with these conditions. Ultimately, it could even
avoid your resident having to go back in to hospital.

To download a copy of these key signs and symptoms, just click this button to open them.

You can then print it straightaway. Or copy it to your hard
drive and print it out when you need it.

If after using these signs and deciding those in your
care, do have dysphagia consult your appointed
Clinician or Therapist. If they agree, you can give
them Slõ Drinks®.

Made for patients with dysphagia, they flow slowly so
they can swallow them safely.

Simply download the attached Prescription Request Form
by clicking here this link below.

Print it, complete it with your Clinician, and present it to a GP.

He will then process it and the Pharmacy will order them for
you through their wholesaler or direct with us. 48 hours later
your drinks will arrive with them.