Author Archives: Michiel Van Kets



Dysphagia Diagnosis and Research

Posted by Michiel Van Kets  •  May 5th, 2012  • 

Dysphagia, more commonly referred to as swallowing difficulties, can present in patients young and old. It can be caused by a number of different reasons and various treatments and coping techniques are available depending on the nature of the patient's medical condition.

Useful Information for People Experiencing Swallowing Difficulties

Posted by Michiel Van Kets  •  Mar 26th, 2012  • 

Swallowing difficulties, known medically as dysphagia, can happen for a number of different reasons and affect young and old alike. Swallowing is a complex process that requires the action of reflexes predominately occurring in the pharynx and oesophagus but also in the brain. With the exception of dysphagia caused by strokes (which does tend to improve)

Types of Medical Treatments Available to Dysphagia Patients

Posted by Michiel Van Kets  •  Mar 6th, 2012  • 

Dysphagia is the medical word used when a person finds it difficult to swallow, and it occurs in young, as well as old, people. A host of varied factors may lead to the problem for which there exists a number of different treatments and management techniques that correspond to each such factor.

Chinese Herbal Medicine. Is It For You?

Posted by Michiel Van Kets  •  Feb 28th, 2012  • 

If you have tried traditional methods and feel you get nowhere then seek the assistance from a Chinese Medicinal Herbalist to find out what are the right sources of food and liquid products as well as supplements that will do the best for your system.

Find Out What Causes Dysphagia, the Medical Term for Swallowing Difficulties

Posted by Michiel Van Kets  •  Feb 13th, 2012  • 

Dysphagia, the medical term for swallowing difficulties, is found in patients young and old. It can be caused by a number of different reasons and various treatments and coping techniques are available depending on the nature of the cause. There are two types of dysphagia; Oropharyngeal where the difficulty arises with the mouth or throat and Oropharyngeal which tends to be neurological where the

The Differences and Advantages of Liquid Medicines over Tablets and Pills

Posted by Michiel Van Kets  •  Nov 22nd, 2011  • 

Tablets are the most common form of medication available for adults. Liquid formulations are generally supplied for the very young or elderly patients who have difficulties swallowing solid medication. Liquid Medicines can be an excellent alternative to many common and uncommon tablets and capsules but, as with all drugs, care must be taken to ensure proper use.

The Major Reasons Some People Get Dysphagia

Posted by Michiel Van Kets  •  Nov 14th, 2011  • 

Both young and old patients can experience dysphagia, also known as the difficulty to swallow. There can be many different causes of this condition, and different medical treatments, as well as coping techniques, are readily accessible to the patient, according to the patient is state of health.