Eating and Drinking

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Eating and drinking is a multisensory experience and there may be multiple reasons why a person is choosing not to eat. Here are some possible causes (and solutions)

Physical Factors

Brain damage	Infection	Dry mouth	Mouth discomfort (gum, dentures, teeth)
Visual changes	Chronic illness	Pain	Medication Side Effects
Does not feel hungry	Constipation	Muscles not working properly

Eating and Drinking

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