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Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis life expectancy

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raddy
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PostPosted: 05/31/08 - 02:33    Post subject: Vote now! Reply with quote
Hello, folks. My friend was diagnosed amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. I understand that this disease is very serious and I will try to help my friend as much as I can. I would like to know something about life expectancy of this disease. I will appreciate this piece of info. Thanks, guys!
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PostPosted: 06/05/08 - 17:46    Post subject: Vote now! Reply with quote
Hi. You are right when you say that amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a serious disease. It affects nerve cells that control voluntary muscles. In the beginning there is twitching or weakness in arms and legs. In final stage, muscles that control movements, speaking, eating and breathing are affected. If it is discovered earlier, then life expectancy is better. You should support your friend. Treatment will not be so easy for him. You can even consult with his neurologist. Good luck!
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