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My husband was 44 at diagnosis in Feb. of 06...

We were given a black lab about three months ago and he is now four months old. While it was a load of work when we first brought him home, he has forged a bond with my husband that is truly touching. My husband's bed is the only piece of furniture he is allowed on, and he joyfully spends time...

batteries Initially, when my husband was diagnosed, I started taking him for walks around the block, thinking to "build his stamina"... I was so un-informed at that point.. As we began physical therapy they explained it to me like this... The energy you have with ALS is like a battery, you...

My husband uses a cough assist and that really helps. Now that he is having more weakness, they have started him on alla-vert and albuterol treatments with a nebulizer to break up phlegm. They are also giving him IPV machine to stimulate vibrations and loosen phlegm. They seem to feel that...

sounds weird to me... Hi Chad, First of al CONGRATULATIONS on the wedding! That's awesome! I am so happy for you. Second of all, I wanted to tell you that my husband's breathing capacity has been at below 50% for the past year or so, jumping between 33% and 48% some days, and they are call...

I am so sorry to hear about your sister, Al. I am also very sorry that you missed the funeral. I know that must have been tough for you. I pray that you are healthy and back to normal very soon. God Bless you and thank you for all that you do! Teej

Thank you both! Thank you Mike, and thank you Leslie, for sharing some very important truths. When Jay was first diagnosed with this illness.. I prayed every day when I was out walking, asking God what I was going to do... how I was going to handle this? God's message to me every time I...

Thank you so much to all of you... You are awesome! I love hearing your stories... Michelle, I am so sorry for the loss of your husband. I have virtually grown up with mine, and I could not imagine a time without him. I am sure it has been, in many ways, a painful year for you... Thank you...

After being told that my husband needs a trach/vent ASAP... I was informed that less than 1-2% go on the trach/vent. This got me curious. How many of you caregivers on the forums are caring for someone on a trach/vent, and if so, how long, and what made you decide to go this route?. My...

Hi nssmith555, I am caring for my husband who has been faced with the challenge of ALS for the last year. His onset was more in his limbs and is just now beginning to affect eating and speech. His limb movement however, is almost non-existent. I agree with everyone that recommends the...