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papaw perry

Male, 67 years
Loganville, GA

papaw perry: Data Quality: 3 stars; PLS: 8 yrs; Mouth/throat: moderate; Arms: mild; Chest: none; Legs: moderate; Type: Upper Motor Neuron; See profile

Member since: 08/08
Last updated: 10/30/08

Diagnosis Summary
Onset: Bulbar
First symptom: 09/00
Diagnosis: ?

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About Me
I'm papaw perry, 67 years old with ALS or PLS. Last seen my Neurologist July-08 and he's scheduling me for a EMG test to hopefully eliminate ALS. My test is scheduled for 4 Dec. I'm under the care of the VA in Athens and Augusta, Ga. I'm on a cane and walker. My balance is bad and my muscles are deteriorating. My speech is slurred and is slowly getting worse.I have spastisity in my legs ,arms, hands and sholders. I had to retire on disibility Aug-07. I believe my condition is caused from Agent Orange exsposure in Vietnam. I'm filing a claim toward the VA. Thanks

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