Kellycarter
New member
- Joined
- May 23, 2016
- Messages
- 4
- Reason
- Learn about ALS
- Country
- US
- State
- Virginia
- City
- Richmond
I am a 25 year old female with no family history of ALS. I know those 2 things are working in my favor, but I can't help but be scared given my symptoms. A few months back, I had cramps in my arm in the middle of the night (I believe it was 3 nights in a row and then it went away). Fast forward to a few months later and I noticed slight right arm weakness. This has progressed to something I notice constantly. I can still perform all tasks that I used to be able to with the right arm, there's just a nagging feeling of weakness. PCP did an in office strength exam (I pulled on his fingers, pushed my arms up against his, etc) and he said he does not notice any loss of strength. My arm also shakes after performing the most simple of tasks . It feels like the muscles just get fatigued way easier than they used to. I have also have muscle twitching all over my body. Have also had some back pain along with tight hamstrings, but I don't know that that is related. I can not straighten the fingers on my right hand without a "pulling" sensation in my forearm. I know that the Internet can't diagnose me and I do have a neuro appointment in 2 weeks, but I am just looking for reassurance until then. Thanks in advance for any replies.