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ALS is a disease that primarily affects the cardiovascular system.
ALS is a disease that primarily affects the cardiovascular system.
False
ALS is also known as Parkinson's disease.
ALS is also known as Parkinson's disease.
False
The exact cause of ALS is fully understood.
The exact cause of ALS is fully understood.
False
Pain is a common symptom in both the early and later stages of ALS.
Pain is a common symptom in both the early and later stages of ALS.
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Bladder control is usually affected in individuals with ALS.
Bladder control is usually affected in individuals with ALS.
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ALS affects motor neurons that control involuntary muscle movements.
ALS affects motor neurons that control involuntary muscle movements.
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Upper motor neurons extend from the spinal cord to muscles throughout the body.
Upper motor neurons extend from the spinal cord to muscles throughout the body.
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For about 10% of people with ALS, a genetic cause can be identified.
For about 10% of people with ALS, a genetic cause can be identified.
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Most people with ALS develop weakness in the muscles used to form speech.
Most people with ALS develop weakness in the muscles used to form speech.
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Half of people with ALS die within 18 to 24 months of diagnosis.
Half of people with ALS die within 18 to 24 months of diagnosis.
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