mike88
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Hey there! My name is Mike and I'm 31 years old. I've had fasciculations and weakness in my muscles for the past several years. I first noticed the weakness in my right hand when playing the piano and not being able to play with the speed or strength I'm used to. It has slowly progressed since that time and recently I've seen a neurologist. My CK levels are slightly elevated, my EMG results found atrophy in all 3 regions tested and 3 weeks ago I had a muscle biopsy done but have not yet received the results.
My fasciculations occur on a regular basis, day and night in random fashion to muscles all over my body. My atrophy is visually noticeable primarily on the upper right side of my body. I've lost strength in both my legs and especially my right upper body.
My neurologist suggested I study Myopathy's and specifically Myositis. After my research, the symptoms don't seem to fit, specifically fasciculations. I know ALS is rare and I'm hopeful I don't have it but I was hoping to get some thoughts on this from those of you who do. I appreciate your help in advance.
My fasciculations occur on a regular basis, day and night in random fashion to muscles all over my body. My atrophy is visually noticeable primarily on the upper right side of my body. I've lost strength in both my legs and especially my right upper body.
My neurologist suggested I study Myopathy's and specifically Myositis. After my research, the symptoms don't seem to fit, specifically fasciculations. I know ALS is rare and I'm hopeful I don't have it but I was hoping to get some thoughts on this from those of you who do. I appreciate your help in advance.