Dysphagia refers to difficulty when swallowing. Of the following causes of dysphagia, which is considered neurogenic?
a. Myasthenia gravis
b. Stroke
c. Candidiasis
d. Muscular dystrophy
B
Stroke is the only cause of dysphagia in this list that is considered neurogenic. Myasthenia gravis and muscular dystrophy are considered myogenic in origin, whereas candidiasis is considered obstructive.
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