Scientists have not been able to find a cause for the disease although they believe it could be caused by a virus or defects to DNA, the immune system, or enzymes found in one's body. These defects may be caused by pesticides or other types of toxins/poisons. Much more research must be done before a true cause will be found.
Lou Gehrig's disease
Lou Gehrig disease
In 1963, Hawking contracted motor neurone disease and was given two years to live.
Between 3-5 years Sometimes less depends on how serious it is. Only 20% of people lived more than 5 years. Some are still alive today such as Stephen Hawking (Similar disease)
Stephen Hawking had amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, which is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. This condition gradually leads to loss of muscle control and ultimately paralysis.
Professor Stephen Hawking is unable to walk, due to the effects of ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) a motor neuron disease which requires him to remain confined to a wheelchair.
Stephen hawking suffers from a motor neuron disease. This is also called as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. ALS was developing in his body when he was 21 year old.
Stephen Hawkings suffers from Lou Gehrig's disease. or also known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
Stephen Hawking had amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. This is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, leading to muscle weakness and paralysis.
Yes, Stephen Hawkins is paralysed due to a disease called ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) which is sometimes known as Lou Gehrig's disease.
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Stephen Hawking suffers from a progressive motor neuron disease like ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or Lou Gehrig's disease), which has progressed over the years and left him almost entirely paralyzed.