ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis)
ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a disease which results in the death of motor neurons controlling voluntary muscles. Symptoms of ALS include stiff muscles, muscle twitching, muscle atrophy, and generalized progressive weakening of affected voluntary muscles. This often affects a person’s ability to swallow, speak, walk, and breathe.
The cause of ALS is not well understood, but is believed to involve both genetic and environmental factors.
Unfortunately, there is no cure available for ALS and most conventional treatments look at trying to alleviate symptoms.