Question 1

my father, who is 65, is dying of als or: lou gherigs disease. how painful will his death be?  and what are the signs hes getting close to dying?

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So sorry: ALS is a nasty disease, and many pts have pain, but this can easily be controlled with analgesics, and strong opioids would not be inappropriate.  Most pts die from infection, such as pneumonia, so, a fever and trouble breathing might be a sign of problems.  Usually, toward the end, a hospice is marvelous for palliation, emotional support, and understanding.

Question 2

are there any alternative treatments to alleviate the symptoms of lou gehrig's disease?

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ACUPUNCTURE, HERBAL: Products, lots of massage and physical therapy.

Question 3

is swollen tongue a symptom of lou gehrig's disease?

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Not directly: They is some evidence that shows damage to parts of the brain resulting from the disease causing swallowing difficulty but not necessarily from hypertrophy of the tongue.

Question 4

what are lou gehrig disease symptoms?

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Muscle weakness: Twitching, especially in hands and feet.  Slurred speech or a "thick" tongue.  Difficulty swallowing.

Question 5

my grandfather died of lou gehrig disease, what are my chances of having this disease and what are some symptoms i should watch for?

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Lou Gehrig disease: Your chances of having lou gehrig disease or ALS just because your grandfather died from it would be low, especially if your grandfather is the only family member affected by it. Only 5-10% of ALS is familial. Early symptoms may include twitching  or cramping of muscles, muscle weakness affecting an arm or a leg, slurred speech, or difficulty chewing or swallowing.

Question 6

does a low cd57 nk result of 36 mean i have lyme disease? what else could it mean? i have many neurological symptoms and am scared of als or ms.

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Explanation : No, these results are not a confirmation of Lyme disease at all. You have to discuss your lab work with your doctor who knows the clinical symptoms.

Question 7

is lou gehrig's disease hereditary?

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Some are: Research shows that about 5% of cases are hereditary.

Question 8

will i die from lou gehrig's disease?

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See your doctor: I really feel that this is a question that is best addressed face to face with an experienced physician you trust. I wish you all the best!

Question 9

what goes wrong in lou gehrig's disease?

Accepted Answer

Nerve cell death: Nerve celles  that produce movement begin to die causing weakness that affects the arms and legs and eventually the muscles that control swallow and speech.

Question 10

how often does lou gehrig's disease occur?

Accepted Answer

Good question: The incidence of ALS is 1.5 to 2.7 per 100,000 per year.  There are about 7,000 new cases of ALS diagnosed in the USA each year.

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My father, who is 65, is dying of als or: lou gherigs disease. how painful will his death be? and what are the signs hes getting close to dying?

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Are there any alternative treatments to alleviate the symptoms of lou gehrig's disease?

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Is swollen tongue a symptom of lou gehrig's disease?

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What are lou gehrig disease symptoms?

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My grandfather died of lou gehrig disease, what are my chances of having this disease and what are some symptoms i should watch for?

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Does a low cd57 nk result of 36 mean i have lyme disease? what else could it mean? i have many neurological symptoms and am scared of als or ms.

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Is lou gehrig's disease hereditary?

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Will i die from lou gehrig's disease?

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What goes wrong in lou gehrig's disease?

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How often does lou gehrig's disease occur?

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