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Hornet

Male, 60 years
North Hills, CA

Hornet: Data Quality: 3 stars; ALS: 2 yrs; Bi-Pap Wheelchair; Mouth/throat: mild; Arms: moderate; Chest: mild; Legs: moderate; See profile

Member since: 05/08
Last updated: 08/19/08

Diagnosis Summary
Onset: Arms
First symptom: 03/06
Diagnosis: 12/06

Forum Activity
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About Me
I live in the San Fernando valley near LA Calif. I'm married, (21 yrs) with 4 grown kids, (2 of each). My wife & I have 2 grand kids, (1 of each). In 2006 When I noticed problems with my right hand, I was told I had carpal tunnel & a pinched ulner nerve in my elbow. I had the corrective surgeries, but my hand got worse. I finally was diagnosed Dec 22 2006. ALS hs progressed to Left hand and both feet, ankles & lower legs. I use ankle braces wheelchair in house and out.