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Can one with ms have swallowing problems? what are they like?

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Dr. James Marx answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Yes: Most of the demyelinating diseases may involve the nerves of swallowing. You need to contact your doctor with this symptom.

Answered 7/25/2012

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If deterioration: Swallowing and breathing problems are usually encountered when the disease gets so progressive that severe disability arrives. Job ONE is to prevent this progressive phase, and a potent medication can help, such as Tysabri (natalizumab) or Gilenya.

Answered 9/22/2014

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Help docs, is having trouble swallowing food a symptom of ms?

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