Menu Healthy Lifestyle Diseases & Conditions First Aid Symptoms Tests & Procedures Videos Definitions FAQs DysphagiaUpdated: 2018-05-26Self-careChew your food thoroughly, eat smaller meals, and try foods with different textures. Avoid caffeine, nicotine, alcohol, and any foods that may be hard to swallow. When to seek immediate medical careSee a doctor immediately if: Trouble breathing Lasting feeling that food is stuck in throat Can't swallow anything When to make a doctor's appointmentMake an appointment to see a doctor if: Lasts more than few days Unintentional weight loss Vomiting © 1998-2022 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research(MFMER). All rights reserved. Terms of Use