melliegirl
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My husband, 49, is experiencing the following symptoms. He’s not too concerned with the symptoms, but did ask the doc to look into it, so an emg/ncv has been scheduled.
I’m the one that’s nervous about possible ALS.
Do these symptoms sound like ALS or am I being paranoid?
Started with left hand, but within a week the right hand was affected.
- Both wrists burn/cramp when bent (typing, holding steering wheel, etc) or pulling on socks/shoes.
- Fingers on both hands feel achy like they’re jammed
- Both forearms burn between wrist and elbows (about 3-4 in above the wrists)
- Bilateral shoulder pain/cramping
- Weakness in both hands (more so on left hand)
- Weak fingers on both hands (different fingers on each hand)
He says he doesn't feel as strong in his hands and ankles as he used to.
I super appreciate input. I'm pretty worried.
Thx.
I’m the one that’s nervous about possible ALS.
Do these symptoms sound like ALS or am I being paranoid?
Started with left hand, but within a week the right hand was affected.
- Both wrists burn/cramp when bent (typing, holding steering wheel, etc) or pulling on socks/shoes.
- Fingers on both hands feel achy like they’re jammed
- Both forearms burn between wrist and elbows (about 3-4 in above the wrists)
- Bilateral shoulder pain/cramping
- Weakness in both hands (more so on left hand)
- Weak fingers on both hands (different fingers on each hand)
He says he doesn't feel as strong in his hands and ankles as he used to.
I super appreciate input. I'm pretty worried.
Thx.