Thickeners are used to thicken liquids to various consistencies for patients with dysphagia, slowing the rate of transit allowing more time to coordinate the swallowing process safely. This then reduces the risk of fluids entering the lungs causing serious complications e.g. chest infections or aspirational pneumonia and can help to reduce hospital admissions, hospital stays, and death.
Thickeners should usually only be prescribed on the recommendation of a Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) following a diagnosis of dysphagia.
Thick and Easy Clear® has been agreed as the gum-based thickener of choice in Barnsley for use in both primary and secondary care.
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