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Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, is a disease of the nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord that control voluntary muscle movement.Lou Gehrig''s disease; ALS; Upper and lower motor neuron disease; Motor neuron d... |
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Symptoms
Symptoms usually do not develop until after age 50. Persons with ALS have a loss of muscle strength and coordination...
Causes
In about 10% of cases, ALS is caused by a genetic defect. In other cases, the cause is unknown.In ALS, nerve cells(ne...
Tests
An exam of the nerves and muscles shows weakness, often beginning in one area. There may be muscle tremors, spasms, ...
Treatments
There is no known cure for ALS. The first drug treatment for the disease is a medicine called riluzole.
Alternative Therapies
Emotional support is vital in coping with the disorder, because mental functioning is not affected. Groups such as t...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if symptoms suggest ALS, particularly if there is a family history of the disorder. C...
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