Table 1. Question items and range of scores for each subscale of the Medical Symptoms Questionnaire (MSQ).
| Subscale | Number of items | Example symptom | Potential range of scores |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head | 4 | Dizziness | 0–16 |
| Eyes | 4 | Watery or itchy eyes | 0–16 |
| Ears | 4 | Ear aches, ear infections | 0–16 |
| Nose | 5 | Sneezing attacks | 0–20 |
| Mouth/throat | 5 | Canker sores | 0–20 |
| Skin | 5 | Acne | 0–20 |
| Heart | 3 | Rapid or pounding heartbeat | 0–15 |
| Lungs | 4 | Shortness of breath | 0–16 |
| Digestive tract | 7 | Diarrhea | 0–28 |
| Joints/muscle | 5 | Pain or aches in joints | 0–20 |
| Weight | 6 | Binge eating/drinking | 0–24 |
| Energy/activity | 4 | Fatigue/sluggishness | 0–16 |
| Mind | 8 | Poor concentration | 0–32 |
| Emotions | 4 | Anxiety, fear, nervousness | 0–16 |
| Other | 3 | Frequent or urgent urination | 0–12 |
| Total | 71 | 0–284 |