my 4 years old daughter has difficulty in swallowing food (pediatrics dysphagia). which is the best doctor for this? Shall I visit ENT, gastroenterologist or speech therapist? please guide

2 Answers

ExpertVandana SharmaNutritionist3 years ago

A. Hello mom it’s ideal to visit a gastroenterologist for it first to check the level. If the condition and take proper treatment as well .. once that is clear .. and their is a speech issue then only consult it with speech therapist

Author of questionMom of a 7 yr 4 m old girl3 years ago

A. no speech issue. only swallowing problem

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