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I just want to ask for help. my friend was just diagosed. talked to her today & she was crying. I have no clue what to say to comfort her. Help!
 
Welcome Barneydog. I'm sorry to read about your friend's diagnosis. If she has been diagnosed with ALS, she should get a second opinion from a neurologist who is an ALS specialist. The disease is fatal and there is no cure.

There is not a lot to say to comfort someone when they've just been told they're going to die. Just be there for her and listen, so she can vent.

I can't stress this enough: She should get a second opinion from a neurologist who specializes in ALS.
 
First, You are the kind of friend I wish I had.....someone who cares enough to find a forum and asks questions on how you can help.

Do make sure she gets a second opinion with an ALS neuro.

Sometimes, you just have to listen, be there, and let her know you aren't going to go anywhere.
 
In the LA area, centers for a second opinion and ongoing care include UCLA, Cedars, USC and Kaiser.
 
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