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A member asked:
With bulbar als , would an emg on the right side of body be normal ?
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Als: If the ALS only involved part of the brain stem and spared the nervous innervation of the extremities, I believe that emg findings in the extremities may not show abnormal readings. A neurologist is best qualified to answer your question however.
Answered 9/1/2017
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Can vary: If disease is localized to brainstem solely, EMG may be negative early on, as location of damage to motor neurons can vary from case to case. And pace of progressive damage can also vary.
Answered 10/18/2014
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I had emg which showed fasciculations and told it was normal. Have brisk reflexes whole body muscle soreness and joint tightness. Can emg miss als?
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Im a 26 yr old female and I have been experiencing muscle twitches all over my body for 2 months now. I have some muscle aches & joint cracking. Ive been to doctor 9 times in past two months. Bloodwork, mri, & emg come back normal. Is als possible?
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Im a 26 yr old female and I have been experiencing muscle twitches all over my body for 2 months now. I have some muscle aches & joint cracking. Ive been to doctor 9 times in past two months. Bloodwork, mri, & emg come back normal. Fearful its als?
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Had an emg on one side.is that enough to know I don't have als?
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