02/11/2026
It happens to all of us once in a while, you might hear someone say “oh it went down the wrong pipe”
But what does that actually mean?
It means instead of the food or liquids going down into your esophagus, it went into your lungs.
Coughing is your body’s way of protecting itself.
However, coughing when drinking coffee or water often
can be a sign of a swallowing disorder called dysphagia.
This is common after:
✔️ Stroke
✔️ Parkinson’s
✔️ Dementia
The good news?
Swallowing can be evaluated and treated by a speech therapist.
If you or someone you love struggles with drinks — don’t ignore it.
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