In this University of California TV video, Dr. Geoffrey Sheean from the School of Medicine, UC San Diego, talks about the early stages of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
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Dr. Sheean explains that often the first signs of the disease are a weakening or stiffness in either the patient’s hand or leg muscles, and that some patients begin to notice a difference in their speech such as slurring their words or having trouble forming certain words.
If the neck muscles are among the first to be affected by ALS, the patient could also present symptoms such as difficulty swallowing or chewing.
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I have PLS – primary lateral schlorosis. How is it related to ALS ?
I understand it is related but does not progress as quickly. What can you tell me about PLS . Will Radicava help me as well?
We highly recommend that you consult your doctor about this matter.
I have PLS – primary lateral schlorosis. How is it related to ALS ?
What can you tell me about PLS . Will Radicava help me as well?
I just found out that DR SHEEAN is no longer with scripps Green. Does any one know where he is?
Diagnosed with MND. On riluzole,excercise routine prescribed by physio.however not able to increase timing of excercise. How have others handled this problem??