Progression of ALS Disease
ALS, also known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis or Lou Gehrig disease, is a progressive, incurable disease of the nervous system. It is fatal on average within a few years, though some people live longer.
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ALS symptoms often begin with subtle muscle twitches and progress through distinct neurological stages. Early detection and understanding the final stages of the disease provide critical context for patient care.
Final Stages of ALS
ALS, or Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, is a disease of progressive muscle weakness which occurs due to the destruction of motor neuron cells in the nervous system. Without these neurons, the brain is unable to send information to muscles.
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Earliest Symptoms of ALS
In the United States, approximately 5,600 people are diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, each year, according to the ALS Association. This disease, which is also called Lou Gehrig's disease, results in the progressive decline of the motor neurons responsible for voluntary muscle movement.
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The Best Celebrity Reactions to the Ice Bucket Challenge ALS Breakthrough
Scientists have attributed the emergence of an important ALS breakthrough in part to the money raised by celebrities being doused with water.
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How to Stop Muscle Twitches
Most muscle twitches are what doctors describe as βbenignβ events that require no medical treatment and go away on their own after a short while. Often, stress and anxiety are to blame. However, twitching muscles can sometimes be a symptom of more serious conditions that require prompt medical attention.
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