I wrote last month about Bob's choking episode while rying to swallow a pill. I said I would post ENT's advice: Wet mouth well (already suggested by Brian) and position chin down toward chest or at least do not hyperextend neck. She said crushing pills and putting them in applesauce works best and would be safer (but not always convenient). She did not like idea of taking pills with food, as food might get stuck on top of pill and cause further problems.

5/09 PET and ENT exam: completely clear!