Multiple sclerosis is a neurological disease in which the nervous system is affected.  This can cause multiple sclerosis swallowing difficulties to occur.  If nerves that send signals to the throat are affected, then MS swallowing difficulties can arise.  They can also come about if the area in the brain related to involuntary actions like swallowing is affected or damaged.  This condition is not only frustrating, but it can also be dangerous.  For anyone who has multiple sclerosis and has experienced problems swallowing, it is very important to seek immediate medical attention and get help for the problem.

Up to 50 percent of people with multiple sclerosis will have trouble swallowing at some point throughout the course of their disease.  This makes it a fairly common symptom.  The problem can go unnoticed for a long time.  This problem can occur while someone is eating.  They may have trouble chewing their food …