nazus1213
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- Jul 2, 2008
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- Reason
- Lost a loved one
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- US
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- ca
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- pittsburg
About seven months ago I started noticing my leg would lock up for about 5 seconds, then the next several months the amount of time progressed. My knee now locks (becomes very stiff and unable to bend) pretty much all day long when I try to walk. I have to pretty much drag it around. Now the locking/stiffness is starting on the other leg. I have had MRIs (normal)/cortiscone shots on my back and knee. My back hurts alot with this and my doctors says probably from the way I am walking. I also now have soreness in my left arm. I have asked the doctors about this being related to ALS and they said no because I have muscle strength. I am also able to walk on my heels, toes, and stand on one foot. I am at the point now where I will have to use a cane or some sort of walker because I am unable to walk without support.
I see a neurologist the first week of August.
My brother just died from ALS two weeks ago and I am very concerned with my symptoms. I am new to this but have been reading for weeks. Thank you wonderful people that take the time to answer and help others.
Any help you can offer would be appreciated.
I see a neurologist the first week of August.
My brother just died from ALS two weeks ago and I am very concerned with my symptoms. I am new to this but have been reading for weeks. Thank you wonderful people that take the time to answer and help others.
Any help you can offer would be appreciated.