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Medical Conditions - Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis or ALS is a degenerative motor neuron disease, meaning, it affects the nerve cells. The brain loses control over the voluntary muscles, causing inability to move around, speak, eat and eventually even breathe. Early symptoms include muscle twitching, weakness of legs and arms, and speech difficulties. Currently, there is no cure for this disease.

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Do my calf and foot tingling symptoms suggest ALS?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com I am deeply concerned about your worries First, I want to clearly reassure you, your symptoms are not suggestive of ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis).

What causes continuous muscle twitching in a 25-year-old?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the provided details and understand your concerns. This is an unfounded belief, and there is no reason for it, at least today.

Can I have ALS if I feel burning sensations in my body?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I reassure you that your symptoms do not suggest ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis). ALS is a motor disease that does not cause any sensory problems.

Why there is shock-like feeling post an electric shock?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Cases of motor neuron disease are seen after electric shocks.

What are the symptoms of vitamin D deficiency?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. These all symptoms could be unrelated, but can be related to each other. In my opinion, you should be evaluated for multiple sclerosis.

Is ALS a hereditary risk?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concerns. ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) is familial in only 10 % of cases. The diagnosis is mainly clinical (with characteristic symptoms).

How to detect early signs of MS or ALS?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I would like to know some details about your symptoms: 1.

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Does twitching in the calf muscle mean I have amyotrophic lateral sclerosis?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can completely understand your concern.

Why do I have twitching and cramps in my muscles all over my body?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I would like to know some details about your symptoms: 1.

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