Hi , I’ve been referred to a neurologist as. I was diagnosed with Pseudobulbar affect,twitching,muscle stiffness, loss of weight

[ckmm]

Hi, I’ve been referred to a neurologist, diagnosed with Pseudobulbar affect, than came twitching right leg for months , now both legs, have lost 15 pounds suddenly,muscle stiffness but no limb weakness so would one think als could be ruled out ?Thanks

 

[Nikki J]

Who made this diagnosis? What are their credentials?Do you have a history of any illnesses or head trauma? What tests have you had?

PBA can have a number of causes if that is indeed a correct diagnosis ALS is only one and I do not think I have ever met anyone for whom it was a first symptom

 

[ckmm]

A neurologist gave me the diagnosis of PBA and many people I’ve talked to with als said PBA was their first symptom. Also the fasculations are happening alot . My EMG was clean but needs to be repeated . I’m extremely fatigued but no weakness in any limbs just severe neck and shoulder stiffness.