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To All, Many thanks for your honest opinions and heart felt replys. I apologige for getting too personal, that was not my intention. It was selfish of me to ask, as no one needs to explain their story to a stranger. I wish all of you the best of luck and many prayer to you and your families.

notme.. I agree, and to clarify, i'm not anxious with regards to ALS. i'm sure that it's possible for some to be anxious about their own mystery illness, but that's not me. I have always been a caring person and wish nothing but the best for others. In my journey of discovery, I must admit...

BMRA, I would have to agree that bipap would be worth a mention. I have been diagnosed with Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing). I have difficulty breathing but only when lying on my back. I have found that turning on my left side helps me sleep better. I too have not had an ALS diag. I also...

First of all , I would like to say thanks to those who share and inspire others...May you be truly blessed! I speak only for myself here, and instead of asking a multitude of questions, I would love to hear some of your stories of diagnosis. I feel at times that doctors are impervious to the...

Hello Geezer, thank you for sharing. I pray that he gets to come home, time spent where you love to be is invaluable. best wishes to you and your family.

I digress... Luke, My ENT's office contacted me and asked that I come in, Doc indicated Dysphasia and confirmed vocal atrophy (voice is Nasal and hoarse/gravely). He recommended a speech therapist. Doctor's concern was the underlying cause and recommended a Neuro as well. ( I can't seem to...

Tokahfang, Thank you for the input. I guess as things change it's difficult to accept that change and that maybe some sort of assist will be needed with something that seems it shoudl be so easy and natual . I will check into the product you mention.....best wishes.

Luke, Yes I did a complete berrium liquid and coated eggs (of some sort) Then some for of crystals that poped and fizzed. The hospital that conducted the study, had a phy perform and no comments were made at the time. Indicated that after exam results would be sent to ordering Doc.

Thanks Tokahfang, It's been problematic, mostly liquids and frequent choking on just the smallest sips sometimes. Went to ENT, and he spayed my throat then did a visual exam said he sees slight atrophy of the vocal folds. This is what sent me in for the Ensophagram. Still not freaking out...

OK..so as of now many of you have read my neverending story....and the saga continues. Let not talk ALS, but instead go with today's fact. I have been diagnosed with Dysphagia. Completed and Esophagram last week, got the news today. Oh these are troublesome times.... is this good, bad or...