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Common symptoms of ALS include weakening of the muscles, twitching and cramping in the muscles, impairment of the use of the arms and legs, difficulty in projecting the voice and shortness of breath and difficulty breathing and swallowing. ALS is often treated through a series of medications, but none are proven to slow the progression of the disease.
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Was Stephen hawking born with his disease?
No, he was not born with the disease. He began showing symptoms of the disease ( amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) when he was in his early twenties.
What are the symptoms of a nerve injury?
If someone got a nerve injury, there are a lot of symptoms one could go through. Once of these symptoms are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) or Lou Gehrig's Disease.
How many people die from ALS?
Approx amount: 5,600 people die of ALS Each Year.
Can a baby be born with Lou gehrigs disease?
Lou Gehrig's disease, also known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), is primarily an adult-onset neurodegenerative condition. While it is rare, there are familial forms of ALS that can be inherited, potentially allowing for symptoms to appear in younger individuals. However, a baby being born with ALS is virtually unheard of, as the disease typically manifests in adulthood. Thus, while genetic factors may play a role, ALS is not diagnosed in infants or newborns.
Can animals have ALS?
Animals can get ALS. they don't shot the symptoms of ALS but do walk funny, walk slow or bent over. But dont freak out. Go to a vet and find out. there is meds you can give them but go to a vet and see if that is okay to give to your animal.
What organ systems that are affected by ALS?
ALS is a disease of the neuromuscular system.
What is Stephens disease?
the disease that tephen hawking had was ALS
What are the symptoms of ALS?
Some of the symptoms of ALS include twitching, muscle weakness in the hands, arms, and legs may occur also. Ones speech can be affected and alter slightly at the onset of ALS.
Is als a common disease?
yes
How many people die from als each year?
Around 5,000-6,000 people die from ALS each year in the United States. It is a progressive neurodegenerative disease with no cure that primarily affects the nerve cells responsible for controlling voluntary muscles. Early diagnosis and multidisciplinary care are important in managing symptoms and improving quality of life for those affected by ALS.
What is the earliest sign of ALS?
ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease is a progressive disease that destroys nerves and muscles. Only a neurologist could diagnose it properly. The first signs that Lou Gehrig had were a slight slowing of his reactions and reduced strength. Nearly everyone over 40 has those symptoms! The ALS Association says weakness, reduced coordination, clumsiness, pain in hands and feet are all signs of ALS but that there is no one main early symptom. All of those symptoms could be caused by many other things.
How are Parkinson's disease and ALS similar?
They are not similar.
