Marcusp
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- Learn about ALS
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- Boston
Several years ago, my right hand began cramping and would go all claw-like intermittently during physical exertion, like canoeing, but I didn't think it was significant because so infrequent.
Beginning several months ago, the palm on same hand would noticeably cramp and twitch without explanation or exertion. More recently, my fingers began to frequently twitch and shake, and do not feel as if there are in my control. Also, hand frequently cramps without any voluntary movement and I have to secure it at night, like Dr. Strangelove, by putting it under my pillow. Typing this message right now is difficult as my left hand fingers are moving independently of my conscious directions. What terrifies me is that now left hand is also beginning to exhibit same symptoms of twitching, shaking, loss of some control. Does this sound like ALS? I have been reading on internet and it says it can begin in hands and spread, but not clear as to exact symptoms.
Thanks and very scared. Seem to me definitely neurological and not a good range of options: MS, Parkinson's, or ALS. Thank you in advance for your consideration.
Beginning several months ago, the palm on same hand would noticeably cramp and twitch without explanation or exertion. More recently, my fingers began to frequently twitch and shake, and do not feel as if there are in my control. Also, hand frequently cramps without any voluntary movement and I have to secure it at night, like Dr. Strangelove, by putting it under my pillow. Typing this message right now is difficult as my left hand fingers are moving independently of my conscious directions. What terrifies me is that now left hand is also beginning to exhibit same symptoms of twitching, shaking, loss of some control. Does this sound like ALS? I have been reading on internet and it says it can begin in hands and spread, but not clear as to exact symptoms.
Thanks and very scared. Seem to me definitely neurological and not a good range of options: MS, Parkinson's, or ALS. Thank you in advance for your consideration.