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Motor neuron disease

神经内科

Common symptoms

瘫痪、吞咽困难、呛咳、腱反射亢进、肌肉萎缩

The pathology of disease

Motor neuron disease (ALS) is progressive degeneration of upper/lower motor neurons; weakness/atrophy; adults.

Common Symptoms

Progressive weakness; muscle atrophy; fasciculations; spasticity; dysphagia; respiratory failure

Causes

Unknown; genetic SOD1.

Treatment

Riluzole; edaravone; supportive; feeding tube; ventilator

Prevention

No prevention.

Recommended Department

It is recommended to visit the neurology department; before the visit you may first book an appointment and connect with experts through this platform.

Warm reminder: The above information is provided for health education reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek care at a regular hospital in time.