Hi Robins Wife,
All this sounds so familiar to me. Husband had same symptoms. Puddings are very easy for
ALS patients to digest, if he likes puddings. Thick=It is available to place in his liguids, etc, and Scandi Shake can be purchased in different flavors for him from Walmart or Costco. You do order the Scandi-Shakes in a box of 4 packets and it taste great like a milk shake, but has the consistency for drinking without choking. I purchased creamy ready made puddings, as time was of the essence for us. Experiment if you have the time with thicker consistency foods and drinks.
A Bi-Pap machine is the best thing for the breathing issues if he is not doing well in that area. Seek the Pulmonary Doctor for adivice and he will lead the way for your husband.
Stay strong, and remember you are not alone in this. You have came to a forum of frends and we are with you every step of the way.
Hugs and Prayers,
Caroliney
