Question 1

conflicting info online . with als is slurring only slurring if others can hear it too ? some sites say the patient may feel it first before family notice but other health professionals say it is only deemed a true symptom if its noticeable by other?

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: Slurring as a symptom of ALS is only part of a very complex series of symptoms. If concerned about ALS, a patient would see their primary care Dr for a full exam and complete neurological exam, followed by lab tests, imaging, etc to rule out other causes for the symptoms.

Question 2

what symptom eventually causes als to be fatal?

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Progressive weakness: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, als, or lou gehrig's disease is characterized by progressive weakness, muscle wasting, involuntary twitching (usually of many muscles), and difficulty speaking, swallowing, and breathing. Most people with ALS die of respiratory failure or pneumonia.

Question 3

is back pain a symptom of als?

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INDIRECT: Als causes weakness and muscle atrophy, so not unique to get destabilization of axial skeleton as a secondary effect, which could bring about back pain.  But the disorder does not start with any specific pain patterns.

Question 4

what are als symptoms?

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Insidious: Progressive weakness with flickering of muscles (fasciculations) and gradual muscle atrophy.  May also experience problems with respiration and swallowing and tongue may get clumsy and start fasciculation also.

Question 5

what are symptoms of having als?

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Muscle weakness: Als (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) is a nerve disease that causes increasing muscle weakness (eventual paralysis). There can be difficulty moving the toes or lifting up the foot. Then the feet, ankles, and legs get weaker. The hands get weaker and can become uncoordinated. Problems with speech & swallowing show up.  Patients are usually in the 40-60 year-old range.  90-95% of ALS occurs randomly.

Question 6

what are the earliest symptoms of als?

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Muscle weakness: About 60-70% of patients develop this symptom. Also  unusual muscle cramps or twitching caused by motor neuron degradation. ALS is a very difficult disease to diagnose and based on examination and series of diagnostic tests and ruling out other diseases. Take care.

Question 7

is it possible for a 15 year old to develop symptoms of als?

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Not likely: Most people who develop ALS are between the ages of 40 and 70, with an average age of 55 at the time of diagnosis. However, cases of the disease do occur in persons in their twenties and thirties. Generally though, ALS occurs in greater percentages as men and women grow older. 
From: http://www.Alsa.Org

hope this helps. The 15 yr old may need the symptoms evaluated by a neurologist.

Question 8

what are some common symptoms of als?

Accepted Answer

Weakness: Weakness and muscle atrophy are the most common symptoms.  Thinking and memory are not affected.

Question 9

what foods can i eat to minimize the symptoms of als, ?

Accepted Answer

Not associated with : Als is a disease of the nervous system which has nothing to do with diets. Eat healthy food in reasonable quantities to lead a healthy life.

Question 10

i have some symptoms of als. so i need someone who can help me to get more info about als. ?

Accepted Answer

Neurologist: A neurologist studies the nervous system and is best suited to address your concerns.
The appointment will consist of a history, physical exam, and the request for additional info including labs and possibly an EMG (electromyography- nerve test)

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Conflicting info online . with als is slurring only slurring if others can hear it too ? some sites say the patient may feel it first before family notice but other health professionals say it is only deemed a true symptom if its noticeable by other?

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