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("I am awaiting an EMG, and am not sure what areas they will test. My question is a technical one; if they test the upper and lower limbs would anything show up if in fact it was early bulbar onset? I understand that it is a body wise disease, but am not sure to what extent electro symptoms would be in the "non-onset" regions.")
The Neuro will be (or is) aware of your symptoms and will know where to perform the EMG.
But... the message from you above is best directed to your Neuro. Make a list of all your questions and concerns... so many forget to do that. And, if you don't understand his/her answers don't sit there nodding your head... it's your money (you're paying for the visit and the test) ask questions. Then trust and accept the results.
But... find patience and that will be easier to find if your avoid the med web sites and this Forum until your EMG.
("I am awaiting an EMG, and am not sure what areas they will test. My question is a technical one; if they test the upper and lower limbs would anything show up if in fact it was early bulbar onset? I understand that it is a body wise disease, but am not sure to what extent electro symptoms would be in the "non-onset" regions.")
The Neuro will be (or is) aware of your symptoms and will know where to perform the EMG.
But... the message from you above is best directed to your Neuro. Make a list of all your questions and concerns... so many forget to do that. And, if you don't understand his/her answers don't sit there nodding your head... it's your money (you're paying for the visit and the test) ask questions. Then trust and accept the results.
But... find patience and that will be easier to find if your avoid the med web sites and this Forum until your EMG.