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Help do i have als or am i worrying over nothing? how can i tell?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Weakness: Weakness and muscle atrophy are the most common symptoms. Memory and thinking are typically not affected.
Answered 2/5/2013
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What concerns you?: First, you do NOT describe any symptoms or signs. Secondly, you do NOT mention any doctor visits or tests. Thirdly, ALS tends to affect older adults. Fourthly, not really clear why you have your concerns, so, write back and give us more details.
Answered 9/27/2014
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