Question

Lou Gehrig's disease whats this ?

Answer 1

Google it!

Answer 2

i actually couldnt understand it

Answer 3

Lou Gehrig disease is VERY rare. It is: A nervous system disease that weakens muscles and impacts physical function. People may experience:
Muscular: muscle quiver, problems with coordination, loss of muscle, stiff muscles, muscle weakness, muscle spasms, or overactive reflexes
Speech: vocal cord spasm or impaired voice
Respiratory: shortness of breath on lying down or shortness of breath
Also common: severe constipation, difficulty raising the foot, tremor, lack of restraint, drooling, paralysis, cramping, apathy, fatigue, unintentional weight loss, or difficulty swallowing

Answer 4

can ya read that?

Answer 5

yep

Answer 6

ok. then you'll understand. :)

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thnx

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im new to this can u help me!!!!!!

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Answer 11

@marmallo

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thank u!

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never mind

Answer 14

hmm?

Answer 15

It destroys nerves, and thus muscles cannot be innervated. It does not directly weaken the muscles. Average life expectancy is ~2-5 years post diagnosis.

Answer 16

Lou Gehrig's disease is a genetic disease that is VERY rare. Stephen Hawking has this disease and didn't stop him from achieving many things.

Answer 17

Stephen Hawking has a slightly different form of ALS.