Genetic ALS? HElP

[xamy_gurlx]

My Uncle Duane was diagnosed with Als two years ago and passed away last april. It has been a struggle for the family. With the passing of my uncle, the family has been coping well to say the least. My problem now is that Duane's brother is showing the same exact early symtoms of Als. He is losing muscle mass in his hand and having numbness throughout his arm. He has no medical insurance and has no money to visit the doctor. I was wondering if anyone out ther had any suggestions on what my family should do about this. Any advice at all would help.
Thank you very much

 

[Al]

Maybe some of our other California members know of free clinics or ALSA help?

AL.

 

[brooksea]

Please contact the ALS Aossociation and talk to them about the situation. I believe this is the chapter nearest your location. At the very least they may be able to give advice on how to proceed with getting him diagnosed.

The ALS Association Greater Bay Area Chapter: The ALS Association: Greater Bay Area Chapter Homepage

Also, the MDA payed for a visit to the ALS Clinic when my husband had no insurance.

 

[hopingforcure]

Thanks Brook-Sea, you are always so great at giving links and info. Sounds like a good idea. Please keep us informed about your hubby.