Hi there,
While your partner is an inpatient in rehab, it will be helpful to chat with the treating speech pathologist if his concerns are around swallowing. A stroke can result in dysphagia, which in turn can make it difficult to eat and drink.
If he is experiencing a loss of appetite, you can speak with the treating dietician to ensure that he meets the appropriate nutrition requirements.
If his refusal to eat is due to a low mood or change in his emotions, it is important to discuss this with his treating team and ensure it is addressed.
Here is a link to our Diet after stroke resource: https://strokefoundation.org.au/en/About-Stroke/Help-after-stroke/Stroke-resources-and-fact-sheets/Diet-after-stroke-fact-sheet
It has tips on maintaining a healthy diet.
Also, here is some information on swallowing and dysphagia after a stroke: https://strokefoundation.org.au/About-Stroke/Help-after-stroke/Stroke-resources-and-fact-sheets/Swallowing-problems-after-stroke-fact-sheet
If you’d like to speak with one of our health professionals on StrokeLine please don’t hesitate to contact us on 1800 787 653 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm AEST).
Best wishes,
Stephanie (StrokeLine)
In response to Stephanie’comment I was left with Dysphasia means that I live on a soft diet. 5years post stroke I still need to eat that way, a dietitian and speech pathologist helped me to understand Dysphasia and how to manage the condition. Those people were part of my rehab team , that means I have access to them when needed. I would like to encourage you to seek out such people in your fiance’s Rehab team. You are obviously concerned with his welfare. Jenny
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