Muscle fascilations and Uneven Calf size

[clas413]

Hi,

I've had muscle fascilations (widespread, legs, arms, torso, face, hand).For several months

I've also had muscle stiffness in legs, arms, and torso in-between the twitches.

Mid may-current

Went to Primary who referred to neurologist.

Neurologist said due to my age (31 y/o male) and syntoms winning the lottery was far higher of a chance then ALS (good news there).


He found that my legs were 3/4 on the reflex scale. He said it was a tad abnormal but not crazy

He scheduled an MRI to check for spine damage or brain issues.

However I've noticed a difference in calf sizes so I had my wife measure calf circumference (10cm below knee).

The findings were the left leg was 2cm smaller then right.

I messaged the doctor through the health network and he immediately scheduled an EMG.

I dont appear to have any functional weakness and also there is a possibility that ive always had the difference in size but never noticed before really paying attention to everything.

I suppose my question would be;

1)Should I be more concerned about als now?

2) Or is this more of a test to eliminate it as a possibility?

3) realistically what are the odds of something beyond BFS? (if you are feeling generous and want to throw a number)



I do plan to follow up and listen to the doctor, but I'm just stressed about all of this.


Thank you for your consideration

 

 

[Nikki J]

No. Honestly your doctor probably thought they aren’t going to let this go. I will order the emg and get it over with

Normal exam ( reflexes are unworrying). No loss of function. Odds less than .001% in my opinion.

Stop measuring asymmetry is normal. And stop googling and self testing ( betting if you measure you are self testing )

 

[clas413]

You're awesome, thanks for the fast reply.