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- I'm a 54-year old father of 2 boys and 2 girls, ages 21-28. My granddaughter Hayley was born Aug... See Profile
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a neurodegenerative disease caused by the degeneration of motor neurons. Around 3,000 to 5,000 new cases of ALS are diagnosed every year in the United States alone. Imagine knowing what treatments work for people just like you — and having the ability to easily connect with those people. That’s what makes PatientsLikeMe different. By sharing your symptoms, treatments and more, you can gain insight into what affects your condition while helping others learn from your experiences. Together, we can learn more. Begin making a difference today!
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