I don't have a good feeling

[Lifeissuch]

Hi All

Keeping it short for easy read and reply.
I am 33, Male and currently residing in Singapore.
Recently, in the last 1 month, I had some sort of dysphagia where food residue will get stuck in my throat (near larynx - adam apple area). This occurs everytime I swallow solids. No issues with liquids or pastes previously.
Just today, in addition to above, I woke up having bad nasal regurgitation whenever I take in liquids. No issues with speech.

Consultation History in Chrono order:
1) Went to ENT, performed nasal scope, no visible structural problems, ordered a swallow test but only able to be done in May
2) Went to Neuro, performed MRI of neck and head with no abnormalities, basic limb-eye-tongue coordination checked, recommended to go back to ENT
3) Went back to ENT and diagnosed me with LPR (Laryngopharyngeal Reflux - akin to GERD but higher up)

Does anyone think bulbar onset would present itself like this?
What further diagnostic tests are recommended?

Thank you for your precious time and advice.

 

[roncbrady]

Of course, not a doctor. I have bulbar-onset.

Two thoughts. First it was more than that the one symptom area that I had that pre-dated my diagnosis. Second, unlike your GERD diagnosis, I had no alternate diagnoses that could explain my multiple symptoms. EMG was the final test that contributed to my diagnosis. Good luck to you.

 

[lgelb]

Ron, the OP was not diagnosed with GERD, but with LPR.

Singapore, here is a good summary of suggestions for dealing with LPR. It is not ALS or related to it.

Best,
Laurie

 

[Lifeissuch]

As much as I don’t want to doubt the expertise of doctors (as I’m not medically trained), the longer I feel like my symptoms don’t match the diagnosis, the more anxious I get. I will have to see the doctor again.

Its like do I prepare for recovery or do I prepare for the worst. My optimistic spirit has been beaten.

 

[affected]

Prepare for recovery - you now have 3 members of this forum telling you that your symptoms don't match a concern for ALS.
Continue working with your doctors who can examine you physically and I wish you all the best.