Table 3.

Shortened Dysphagia In Multiple Sclerosis (DYMUS)^a For Assessing Swallowing Function In Patients With Multiple Sclerosis

Questions	Answers
1. Do you have difficulties swallowing solid food (such as meat, bread, and the like)?	Yes No
2. Do you have difficulties swallowing liquids (such as water, milk, and the like)?	Yes No
3. Do you have food sticking in your throat?	Yes No
4. Do you cough or do you have a choking sensation after ingesting liquids?	Yes No
5. Do you need to swallow more and more times before completely swallowing solid food?	Yes No

Note: ^aData from Bergamaschi et al.¹¹