How long does it take for someone with ALS to go from onset to paralysis?
Written by Liu Hong Mei
Neurology
Updated on September 17, 2024
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Patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis generally progress from onset to paralysis within three to four years. The condition typically involves the progressive degeneration, degeneration, and necrosis of brain nerve cells. Severe and irreversible damage can occur in the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves, also known as motor neuron disease. Motor neuron disease restricts our movement, speech, swallowing, breathing, and muscle activity, causing muscles to gradually atrophy and degenerate, leading to progressive weakness and paralysis. Even speaking, swallowing, and breathing functions degrade, potentially leading to respiratory failure and life-threatening situations, requiring proactive treatment.
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