Dysphagia in elderly with cerebral infarction should be treated for cerebral infarction, with rehabilitation physiotherapy and training.
For dysphagia caused by cerebral infarction, first of all, we should treat the cerebral infarction, use aspirin, clopidogrel and other drugs to prevent the recurrence of cerebral infarction; use lipid-lowering drugs to stabilize the plaque, such as simvastatin, lovastatin, etc., and when there is nerve damage, we should take oral methylcobalamin and other nerve-nourishing drugs.
In addition to medication, rehabilitation physiotherapy and training for the swallowing muscles, such as acupuncture, massage, body therapy and other adjuvant treatments, can improve dysphagia to a certain extent. Some patients may have difficulty in recovering from dysphagia.
During the treatment period, it is important to follow the doctor’s instructions, rational use of medication, and not to abuse drugs to avoid causing adverse reactions.