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2015年2月13日 · The first case read closely appears to be the rare respiratory onset and it is not clear whether he had some respiratory symptoms early on that he did not associate with ALS ( reasonably enough). Once ALS has started it seems like people twitch in places that have not yet had weakness. That is different than twitching with no weakness at all.
From first signs of ALS to wheelchair | ALS Support Community
2017年11月2日 · it is hardly to remind of first signs of ALS for most of us. doctor said that one patient stil driving car and walk even he treats als from 2009. i remember first strange things that started to happen in 03/2015. dizzy, unstable walk, even i was everyday in gym 2-3/heavy weight cause i didnt connect als with weight lifting what will make ...
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2012年7月27日 · ALS twitches are usually very fine and again, have WEAKNESS associated with them. The EMG is always positive in ALS" That's about as plainly as you can put it! ALS twitches are CAUSED by dying nerve endings AND dying muscle tissue. It is a SECONDARY action to the disease! Not a first symptom that causes muscles to die later-on.
Are there signs prior to slurring | ALS Support Community
2008年12月30日 · My dad's first symptons that we noticed was slurring of speach. Along with that came choking on foods that were especially spicy. We really did think that he had had a mini-stroke. He became very concerned and started to notice things when his golf score increased 20 strokes from one year to the next and it took him two hands to hammer in a nail.
Can it be the first signs of ALS? | ALS Support Community
2018年9月18日 · Hello, First of all thank you for all who will read my story. I would really appreciate to any comments and experiences or advises from you. I am 26 years old female. Recently i have found similar condition - ALS that could explain my illness. I know it would be a rare case of this disease...
Acid reflux and ALS? - ALS Support Community
2009年6月27日 · I was diagnosed with ALS -- limb-onset variety -- two years ago. First ALS symptoms were noticeable three years ago, but were believed to be carpal tunnel syndrome. I have no bulbar symptoms at all. My ALS-related problems are all from the shoulders down. Your theory has some rather large holes in it.
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2014年5月19日 · Our first neurologist retired from the Mayo Clinic with (we understand) a very good reputation. He only worked 2 days a week with patients he selected to work with. He was adamant that Darcey did NOT have ALS because of the way she presented. Before moving on to Johns Hopkins, he was suggesting it might be some polio related illness.
First signs of breathing issues? | ALS Support Community
2015年9月16日 · Hi, My husband was diagnosed in May 13 and to date hasnt shown any signs of breathing problems, but his speech has deteriorated. His last overnight assessment was in June and he had a letter to confirm it was 'normal' I have noticed his breathing has been very noisy the last few weeks and his...
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2013年8月3日 · Twitching (fasciculations) is sometimes a symptom of ongoing ALS. It is seldom, if ever, a first symptom of ALS (especially if it is all over your body). Twitching is very common and is frequently caused by too much caffeine, Rx meds, fatigue, over-exertion, anxiety, stress, and many other common causes.
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2023年7月15日 · This has been persistent for at least a year, maybe longer. This was my very first symptom, but I just assumed it was nothing serious. I have had no issues with reading, only performing fine motor tasks with my right hand (such as writing). This began about a year ago and hasn't improved at all. I see no signs of atrophy in the hand.