hmj82
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- Jul 9, 2015
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- Learn about ALS
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- PA
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- Pittsburgh
I made a point to stay off of this site since my last post until my follow up neuro exam yesterday. Last neuro exam was January 2016. My neurologist did the clinical exam doing various strength tests, sensory tests, cognitive tests, and then of course reflexes. At the end of everything, she said your exam was pretty good for the most part. I asked her to clarify that comment and she said your reflexes have increased since last time. I was caught off guard so I didn't get a chance to ask her as many follow up questions about it as I should've so I have a message out to her this morning. My ALS concerns were heightened due to this reflex change finding on top of the year plus long symptoms. Are reflex changes a cause of concern for ALS? Could stress or anxiety lead to increased reflexes in your knowledge?
My neuro left it up to me if I wanted to do another EMG. Told me right now that in lieu of my symptoms (pain in wrists and fingers bi lateral, tightness in calf and thigh muscles both legs 24/7, twitching all over, tightness in palate, tongue issues, etc.) and reflex changes she can't take ALS off the table and need to continue to monitor. Last EMG was in September 2015 which was clean. I have no idea what to do right now. Keep getting more testing or let God's will unfold.
Sorry for posting again......my wife is 6 months pregnant and don't want to stress her out more with my concerns. She already has had some health complications with the pregnancy. I know you guys are a good resource for giving good insight and opinions on ALS which I've taken to heart before. Thank you for your time and consideration.
My neuro left it up to me if I wanted to do another EMG. Told me right now that in lieu of my symptoms (pain in wrists and fingers bi lateral, tightness in calf and thigh muscles both legs 24/7, twitching all over, tightness in palate, tongue issues, etc.) and reflex changes she can't take ALS off the table and need to continue to monitor. Last EMG was in September 2015 which was clean. I have no idea what to do right now. Keep getting more testing or let God's will unfold.
Sorry for posting again......my wife is 6 months pregnant and don't want to stress her out more with my concerns. She already has had some health complications with the pregnancy. I know you guys are a good resource for giving good insight and opinions on ALS which I've taken to heart before. Thank you for your time and consideration.