61. Information On Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (Lou Gehrig's Disease) - The Florid amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrig s Disease) The most common of a group of disorders known as motor neuron diseases, in which the nerves in the brain http://www.floridamedicalnetwork.com/diseases/amyo.htm

Home Today's News What's New Medical Directories ... Associations ***** MEDICAL REFERENCE LIBRARY ***** AMYOTROPHIC LATERAL SCLEROSIS (LOU GEHRIG'S DISEASE) DEFINITION: The most common of a group of disorders known as motor neuron diseases, in which the nerves in the brain that control the movement of muscles degenerate and muscle function is gradually lost; commonly called Lou Gehrig's disease. 1. Links to General Information Sites Antioxidants and Medications That May Slow ALS/MND Index - Doctor's Guide to the Internet - ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) ALS Advocacy ALS Association ... World Federation of Neurology Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Coming Soon! Coming Soon! BACK TO MAIN PAGE Aphco International, Inc.

62. Neuromuscular Diseases amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. amyotrophic lateral sclerosis , including a set of Guidelines and Rating Scales World Federation of Neurology/ALS. http://www.mic.ki.se/Diseases/C10.668.html

search search staff sitemap ABOUT KAROLINSKA INSTITUTET ... print this page Diseases and Disorders Links pertaining to Neuromuscular Diseases Alert! Patients and laypersons looking for guidance among the target sources of this collection of links are strongly advised to review the information retrieved with their professional health care provider. Start Page Contents: Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Brachial Plexus Neuritis Brachial Plexus Neuritis Brachial Plexus Neuropathies ... Ulnar Nerve Compression Syndromes Neuromuscular Diseases Motor Cortex illustration [Earles et al.] - Furman Univ. (US) EMG and Nerve Conductions Homepage [JF Jabre] The Neuromuscular Disease Information Center - REHABinfo Network/UC-Davis (US) Neuromuscular Diseases - MDA (US) Neuromuscular Disorders [Nadeau and Valenstein] - Univ of Florida (US) About some Neuromuscular Diseases - Wake Forest Univ. Neuromuscular Disorders Information - Musc Dystrophy Group of (UK)+ N. Ireland Neuromuscular Disease Center , and a collection of one-page summaries of Differential Diagnoses of Neuromuscular Syndromes - School of Medicine/Washington Univ., St Louis (US)

63. ► Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. amyotrophic lateral sclerosis is caused by progressive loss of motor nerves in the spinal cord and brain. http://www.umm.edu/ency/article/000688.htm

Disease Nutrition Surgery Symptoms Injury ... Z Maryland Medical Center Programs Home Medical Reference Encyclopedia (English) Toggle English Spanish Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis Overview Symptoms Treatment Prevention Definition: A disease of the motor nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, causing progressive loss of motor control. Alternative Names: Lou Gehrig's disease; ALS Causes, incidence, and risk factors: Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis is caused by progressive loss of motor nerves in the spinal cord and brain. In about 10% of cases, ALS is caused by a genetic defect. In other cases, the cause of the nerve deterioration is unknown. ALS affects approximately 1 out of 100,000 people. Except for having a family member affected with the hereditary form of the disease, there are no known risk factors. Central nervous system Review Date: 11/3/2002 Reviewed By: Joseph V. Campellone, MD; Division of Neurology, Cooper Hospital/University Medical Center, Camden, NJ. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Home Health Info Our Physicians Our Services ... Make Appt.

64. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis - Nervous System Diseases amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). What is amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)? Currently, there is no cure for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. http://www.umm.edu/nervous/als.htm

Nervous System Diseases Nervous System Disorders... Alzheimer's Disease Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis ... Index Nervous System Diseases Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) What is amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)? Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a terminal neurological disorder characterized by progressive degeneration of nerve cells in the spinal cord and brain. Often referred to as "Lou Gehrig's disease" (a famous baseball player who died from the disease), it is one of the most devastating of the disorders that affects the function of nerves and muscles. ALS does not affect mental functioning or the senses (such as seeing or hearing), and it is not contagious. Currently, there is no cure for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Statistics of ALS Consider the following statistics regarding ALS: Most people who develop ALS are between the ages of 40 and 70, although the disease can occur at a younger age. ALS occurs throughout the world with no racial, ethnic, or socioeconomic boundaries. ALS affects as many as 20,000 Americans, with 5,000 new cases diagnosed in the US each year.

65. The Vest Airway Clearance System - Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Print Version. amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a rare disease that affects an estimated 30,000 Americans. http://www.thevest.com/conditions/als/default.asp?gs=patients

66. The DRM WebWatcher: Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) A Disability Resources Monthly guide to the best online resources about amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). http://www.disabilityresources.org/ALS.html

Home Subjects States Librarians ... Contact Us The DRM WebWatcher Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Updated 4/1001 A B C D ... About/Hint/Link Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease and motor neurone disease (MND), is characterised by a progressive degeneration of the motor cells in the brain and spinal cord. The following sites offer useful information about ALS. The ALS Association The website of this nonprofit organization provides information about ALS, news, resources, services, and research information. Most of the association's publications are not online, but may be ordered at no charge by persons with ALS. This section of the "Doctor's Guide" provides links to medical news and alerts, drug information, discussion groups and newsgroups, and more. ALS Survival Guide The Survival Guide is a very extensive personal website by an individual with ALS. The site is well designed and packed with information and links. Topics include ALS news, causes of ALS, statistics, treatments, adaptive equipment, legal/financial, advocacy, ALS Digest, support group, research abstracts, resources, and much more. As always, we recommend viewing medical and legal information on personal websites with caution. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) This fact sheet from the American Academy of Neurology covers general Information, patient support groups, news releases, treatment guidelines, and contacting a neurologist.

67. InteliHealth: Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Health A to Z, Reviewed by the Faculty of Harvard Medical School amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) http://www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/WSIHW000/9339/9445.html

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68. AMYOTROPHIC LATERAL SCLEROSIS amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. amyotrophic lateral sclerosis is usually considered a disease that will have a fatal termination in 1 to 3 years. http://www.idiom.com/~drjohn/als.html

AMYOTROPHIC LATERAL SCLEROSIS ALS is one of the least understood, least treatable and most invariably fatal diseases in neurology. Lou Gehrig (1903-1941) The "Iron Horse" played continuously for the Yankees from 6/1/25 to 4/30/39, 2130 games, .340 average. Some studies have found an association between exceptional athleticism (lifetime sweating*, actually) and ALS. Also called Lou Gehrig's Disease, the neurologist who diagnosed it in the famous baseball player patiently watched the athlete's back for twenty minutes, noted the fasciculations which vary so much from muscle to muscle and moment to moment. Gehrig died two years after diagnosis. From the SF Chronicle, February 7 1987 Three football players all on the same 1964 49er's team, subsequently developed ALS. The recent news of Catfish Hunter's diagnosis underscores the fact that otherwise vigorous healthy men, especially atheltic men in their prime, seem to be the most vulnerable. The Chronicle article underscores the yearning to understand the disease and the association with toxins Fasciculations may be subtle or severe to the point of "vermiculation" giving a "bag of worms" appearance, for example, the infamous "scrotal tongue" when the motor neurons of the 12th Cranial Nerve in the brainstem are affected.

69. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Definition. amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. New York, Oxford University Press, 1997. Periodicals Ansevin CF. http://www.healthatoz.com/healthatoz/Atoz/ency/amyotrophic_lateral_sclerosis.htm

Encyclopedia Index A Home Encyclopedia Encyclopedia Index A Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis Definition Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a disease that breaks down tissues in the nervous system (a neurodegenerative disease) of unknown cause that affects the nerves responsible for movement. It is also known as motor neuron disease and Lou Gehrig's disease, after the baseball player whose career it ended. Description ALS is a disease of the motor neurons, those nerve cells reaching from the brain to the spinal cord (upper motor neurons) and the spinal cord to the peripheral nerves (lower motor neurons) that control muscle movement. In ALS, for unknown reasons, these neurons die, leading to a progressive loss of the ability to move virtually any of the muscles in the body. ALS affects "voluntary" muscles, those controlled by conscious thought, such as the arm, leg, and trunk muscles. ALS, in and of itself, does not affect sensation, thought processes, the heart muscle, or the "smooth" muscle of the digestive system, bladder, and other internal organs. Most people with ALS retain function of their eye muscles as well. However, various forms of ALS may be associated with a loss of intellectual function ( dementia ) or sensory symptoms.

70. The ALS Association Bay Area Chapter Information and support for people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig s Disease) based in San Francisco, California and serving Northern http://www.alsabayarea.org/

Home Contact Event Wrap-Up Check out photos from recent ALS Association Bay Area events. The mission of the ALS Association Bay Area Chapter is to find a cure for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, to improve the lives of people living with ALS (PALS), and to advocate issues of importance to the ALS community. In Memoriam Please click here for additional information Facts About ALS Every single day 15 more people in the U.S. are diagnosed with ALS. That's more than 5,600 U.S. citizens with ALS each year. The life expectancy of an ALS patient averages about two to five years from the time of diagnosis. ALS can strike anyone. Someone you know or love may die from ALS unless a cure or prevention is found. The ALS Association (ALSA) is the only national not-for-profit voluntary health organization dedicated solely to the fight against ALS through research, patient support, information dissemination, and public awareness. It has been 62 years since Lou Gehrig passed away from ALS and there is still no known cause or cure. Check out our Walk to D'Feet Calender to find out more information about our annual Walks.

71. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is caused by the degeneration and death of motor neurons in the spinal cord and brain. http://www.ehendrick.org/healthy/000066.htm

MAIN SEARCH INDEX Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis Definition Description Causes and symptoms Diagnosis ... Resources Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is caused by the degeneration and death of motor neurons in the spinal cord and brain. These neurons convey electrical messages from the brain to the muscles to stimulate movement in the arms, legs, trunk, neck, and head. As motor neurons degenerate, the muscles are weakened and cannot move as effectively, leading to muscle wasting. (Illustration by Electronic Illustrators Group.) Definition Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a disease that breaks down tissues in the nervous system (a neurodegenerative disease) of unknown cause that affects the nerves responsible for movement. It is also known as motor neuron disease and Lou Gehrig's disease, after the baseball player whose career it ended. Description ALS is a disease of the motor neurons, those nerve cells reaching from the brain to the spinal cord (upper motor neurons) and the spinal cord to the peripheral nerves (lower motor neurons) that control muscle movement. In ALS, for unknown reasons, these neurons die, leading to a progressive loss of the ability to move virtually any of the muscles in the body. ALS affects "voluntary" muscles, those controlled by conscious thought, such as the arm, leg, and trunk muscles. ALS, in and of itself, does not affect sensation, thought processes, the heart muscle, or the "smooth" muscle of the digestive system, bladder, and other internal organs. Most people with ALS retain function of their eye muscles as well. However, various forms of ALS may be associated with a loss of intellectual function (

72. ClinicalTrials.gov - Information On Clinical Trials And Human Research Studies: 7 studies were found. 1. Recruiting, Study of Creatine Monohydrate in Patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis Condition amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). http://www.clinicaltrials.gov/ct/gui/action/SearchAction?term=Amyotrophic Latera

73. Clinical Trial: Creatine For The Treatment Of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Creatine for the Treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. This Phase. amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Drug creatine monohydrate, Phase II. http://www.clinicaltrials.gov/ct/show/NCT00070993?order=27

74. Treatment Of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis At Mayo Clinic Treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis at Mayo Clinic in Rochester. (Synonyms ALS, Lou Gehrig s disease). amyotrophic lateral sclerosis Subspecialty Group. http://www.mayoclinic.org/als-rst/

Home About Mayo Clinic Contact Us Mayo Clinic Locations: Arizona Florida Minnesota Mayo Clinic ... Medical Services Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Treatment Symptoms Diagnosis Prevention ... Medical Services Treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis at Mayo Clinic in Rochester (Synonyms: ALS, Lou Gehrig's disease) Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) causes degeneration, or breakdown, of the nerves in certain regions of the brain and spinal cord that control a person's voluntary muscles. Eventually, the disease paralyzes the limbs and the muscles used to breathe and swallow. Most people die within three to five years from the onset of symptoms. Although there is no cure for ALS, advances in medical care can improve the affected person's quality of life and ability to function, and may help the person live longer. Mayo Clinic offers state-of-the-art care for ALS and is involved in leading-edge research to identify causes and new treatments for the disease. Early diagnosis and treatment are critical. It is important to rule out other neurological conditions that have signs and symptoms similar to ALS. Each year, about 5,000 Americans are newly diagnosed with ALS and about 20,000 Americans have the disease. ALS occurs in two forms:

75. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Subspecialty Group, Mayo Clinic In Rochester, Minn amyotrophic lateral sclerosis Subspecialty Group, Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn. amyotrophic lateral sclerosis Subspecialty Group. http://www.mayoclinic.org/neurology-rst/alsdiv.html

Home About Mayo Clinic Contact Us Mayo Clinic Locations: Arizona Florida Minnesota Mayo Clinic ... Medical Specialties Neurology Neurology Overview Special Interest Groups Diseases, Treatments and Services Appointments ... All Medical Specialties - Rochester Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Subspecialty Group Mayo Clinic offers a multidisciplinary approach to diagnosis and treatment of the disorders of the motor unit, including ALS and its related disorders. Our group offers comprehensive services in the areas of diagnosis, conventional and experimental treatment protocols, rehabilitation, nutrition, and pulmonary care. Our specialists work in close collaboration to fulfill the patient and caregivers' needs. Our group is active in clinical and basic science research to improve care options for patients with ALS and ALS related diseases. The multispecialty ALS clinic meets every two weeks on Thursdays. This includes our ALS support group that is open to all patients, family members and caregivers of our ALS patients. Conditions and Symptoms Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Bulbar and pseudo-bulbar palsy Familial ALS Fasciculation-Cramp syndromes Kennedy's disease (X-linked spinobulbar atrophy) Localized motor neuron diseases Motor Neuron Disease (MND) Motor neuropathies Multi-focal motor neuropathy Post-polio syndrome Primary Lateral Sclerosis Spinal Muscular Atrophy Staff Rochester Neurology Brian Crum, M.D.

76. NEJM -- Sign In Review Article from The New England Journal of Medicine amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Charcot described amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in 1874. http://content.nejm.org/cgi/content/full/344/22/1688

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77. NEJM -- Attitudes Of Patients With Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis And Their Care Special Article from The New England Journal of Medicine Attitudes of Patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and Their Care Givers toward Assisted http://content.nejm.org/cgi/content/short/339/14/967

HOME SEARCH CURRENT ISSUE PAST ISSUES ... HELP Please sign in for full text and personal services Previous Volume 339:967-973 October 1, 1998 Number 14 Next Attitudes of Patients with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and Their Care Givers toward Assisted Suicide Linda Ganzini, M.D., Wendy S. Johnston, M.D., Bentson H. McFarland, M.D., Ph.D., Susan W. Tolle, M.D., and Melinda A. Lee, M.D. Full Text PDF Editorial by Rowland, L. P. ... Chapters at Harrison's ABSTRACT Background and Methods Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a neuromuscular disease that causes gradual paralysis, respiratory failure, and death, usually within three to five years after it has been diagnosed. Between 1995 and 1997, we surveyed patients with this disease in Oregon and Washington, as well as their family care givers, in order to determine their attitudes toward assisted suicide. Patients were considered to be willing to contemplate assisted suicide if they agreed with the statement, "Under some circumstances I would consider taking a prescription for a medicine whose sole purpose was to end my life," and disagreed

78. Adult Health Advisor 2003.2: Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). What is amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)? ALS is a disease that causes gradual loss of control and weakness of muscles. http://www.med.umich.edu/1libr/aha/aha_als_sha.htm

Adult Health Topics All Health Topics Find a UMHS Doctor T his information is not a tool for self-diagnosis or a substitute for medical treatment. You should speak to your physician or make an appointment to be seen if you have questions or concerns about this information or your medical condition. Search Adult Topics Search All Topics T his information is not a tool for self-diagnosis or a substitute for medical treatment. You should speak to your physician or make an appointment to be seen if you have questions or concerns about this information or your medical condition. Index Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) What is amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)? ALS is a disease that causes gradual loss of control and weakness of muscles. The mind is usually not affected, despite worsening weakness of the body. ALS is also called Lou Gehrig's disease, after a well-known baseball player who died of ALS. It is rare. About 1 new case per 100,000 people is diagnosed each year. Symptoms most often appear in people who are between 40 and 70 years old. The symptoms worsen more rapidly in some people than in others, eventually leading to death. How does it occur?

79. What You Need To Know About Amyotropic Lateral Sclerosis What You Need to Know About amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), commonly known as Lou Gehrig s disease http://www.clevelandclinic.org/health/health-info/docs/0000/0004.asp?index=4776

80. HealthCentral - General Encyclopedia - Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis General Health Encyclopedia, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. http://www.healthcentral.com/mhc/top/000688.cfm

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