***Swallowing saliva is different than swallowing water or taking in food.***
If you can swallow saliva properly without it aspirating into your lungs, you can swallow water, even soft foods. I know this from long time experience with family member.
408 posted on 03/20/2005 2:36:40 PM PST by daybreakcoming
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