Dysphagia, or swallowing difficulties, can indeed be a symptom experienced by individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS). Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disorder that affects the central nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord. The nervous system controls various bodily functions, including swallowing, so it's not uncommon for MS patients to encounter problems with swallowing. Approximately one-third of individuals with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) may encounter swallowing difficulties, such as coughing while eating, sensing food being stuck in their throats, or facing challenges in swallowing, chewing, and managing foods and drinks within their mouths. Although Dysphagia is more common in advanced stages of the disease, it may occur at any time and leads to speech problems too.

Dysphagia in MS patients can manifest in different ways and can vary in severity. It might result from damage to the nerves that control the muscles involved in swallowing, as well as from lesions…