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My mother has Parkinson's and has trouble swallowing. She chokes regularly on her food. A "consultant" at her nursing home has had her on ground meat, and now they are suggesting that everything be pureed. She's not looking forward to it. I had heard that there is a medication which can help relax the throat muscles so she won't choke so readily. Is anyone familiar with a medication of this type? If I knew a name, I could look the drug up. This is my first day on your list service, so if you have already discussed this, I missed it and I hope you'll forgive the intrusion. Mom and I will appreciate any suggestions you can offer. [log in to unmask]