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hello all. Not sure what to make of what is going on here. first twitching started in my calves and spread all over my body in a matter of days didn't think anything of it but went into the doctor to have it checked out went through several blood tests including lime and vitamin levels and...

It's been a really nice holiday season so far with my PALS, Ferd. I'm off work so no racing back and forth trying to balance work and visits and well, life in general. There was one off kilter note, my visit coincided with his sister and her family. I try my best not to have that happen. He...

My father passed away from ALS on November 21st of this year 2015. I have a regret. I wish I had took more pictures of him after his diagnosis with me and also with my kids. When he first found out he had ALS I felt I shouldn't upset him by flashing a camera in his face because I didn't want...

Hello all and thank you for the support you provide. First off a little background on me. I am a male who is about to turn 30. I was a soldier for 8 years. I did deploy overseas to Afghanistan in 08-09. Three weeks after I returned home I found out I was to become a CALS. My father fought...

I was diagnosed with als early this year and since then have got much weaker. It all started in my legs but i can feel it through out my body and hands. I am 27 my father passed away 2 years ago and my uncle 9 years ago. Thought they took the bullet but i guess not. Not sure where or what to do...

Hi. I am a 40 year old father of two who has not yet been diagnosed. I have never used a forum before, however my wife thought it might be a good idea in order to get some feedback. I really want to be as open as I can about what's been happening to me as I feel that will get me the best advice...

Hi there. Figured it is about time I stop stalking this forum and finally make a post. You are all amazing and brave people, I am hoping for your insight. I am hoping you can provide me with some encouragement. I have come this >< close to posting at least 10 times in the past two months, and...

I wanted to share this to inform you that there are things far worse than ALS alone. I was diagnosed two years ago; I am 31 years old now. Currently, I cannot use either my arms or my legs in a useful way, controlling my pc using a head tracker. I met my wife ten years ago when we were both...