How long does the end stage of ALS last?

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by Marisa Wexler, MS |

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Category: Stages

The final stages of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), in which patients are fully paralyzed, typically last just a few months. However, the disease course will largely depend on the exact type of ALS and disease-associated mutations a person has, as well as on the kind of medical treatments and supportive therapies that are given.