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What is one of the initial symptoms of ALS?
What is one of the initial symptoms of ALS?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of ALS?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of ALS?
What percentage of people with ALS are expected to live for around 5 years?
What percentage of people with ALS are expected to live for around 5 years?
Which medication is commonly used to treat ALS?
Which medication is commonly used to treat ALS?
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At what age range is a person more likely to be diagnosed with ALS?
At what age range is a person more likely to be diagnosed with ALS?
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What is ALS primarily known to affect in patients?
What is ALS primarily known to affect in patients?
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Which of the following is a common symptom of ALS?
Which of the following is a common symptom of ALS?
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At what age was Lou Gehrig diagnosed with ALS?
At what age was Lou Gehrig diagnosed with ALS?
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What is the main goal of ALS Action Canada?
What is the main goal of ALS Action Canada?
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Which of these famous figures was diagnosed with ALS at age 21?
Which of these famous figures was diagnosed with ALS at age 21?
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What does the ALS Society of Saskatchewan primarily focus on?
What does the ALS Society of Saskatchewan primarily focus on?
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Which symptom could indicate the progression of ALS?
Which symptom could indicate the progression of ALS?
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How many monthly support groups are mentioned for ALS in Saskatchewan?
How many monthly support groups are mentioned for ALS in Saskatchewan?
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What is a potential consequence for someone with ALS regarding communication?
What is a potential consequence for someone with ALS regarding communication?
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Which of the following is NOT a symptom associated with ALS?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom associated with ALS?
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What notable profession did Stephen Hawking hold?
What notable profession did Stephen Hawking hold?
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What is primarily affected in the body due to ALS?
What is primarily affected in the body due to ALS?
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Which organization is dedicated to finding a cure for ALS?
Which organization is dedicated to finding a cure for ALS?
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Muscle weakness and paralysis are common symptoms of ALS.
Muscle weakness and paralysis are common symptoms of ALS.
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There is a cure for ALS.
There is a cure for ALS.
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Around 10% of people with ALS survive for 20 years or longer.
Around 10% of people with ALS survive for 20 years or longer.
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Symptoms of ALS can begin with stiffness, cramps, and weakness in the muscles.
Symptoms of ALS can begin with stiffness, cramps, and weakness in the muscles.
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Ages 10-30 are more likely to be diagnosed with ALS.
Ages 10-30 are more likely to be diagnosed with ALS.
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ALS affects the mobility of arms and legs.
ALS affects the mobility of arms and legs.
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Stephen Hawking was diagnosed with ALS at the age of 36.
Stephen Hawking was diagnosed with ALS at the age of 36.
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Lou Gehrig died at the age of 37.
Lou Gehrig died at the age of 37.
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Fatigue is a common symptom of ALS.
Fatigue is a common symptom of ALS.
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The ALS Society of Saskatchewan is primarily focused on raising funds for ALS.
The ALS Society of Saskatchewan is primarily focused on raising funds for ALS.
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ALS Action Canada is a patient-led organization focused on providing therapies for individuals with ALS.
ALS Action Canada is a patient-led organization focused on providing therapies for individuals with ALS.
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Slurred speech is an uncommon symptom of ALS.
Slurred speech is an uncommon symptom of ALS.
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People with ALS may eventually lose the ability to walk.
People with ALS may eventually lose the ability to walk.
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There are no support groups for ALS in Saskatchewan.
There are no support groups for ALS in Saskatchewan.
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ALS primarily affects cognitive abilities.
ALS primarily affects cognitive abilities.
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The ALS Center of Excellence is located at the University of Michigan.
The ALS Center of Excellence is located at the University of Michigan.
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Muscle cramps are one of the symptoms experienced by individuals with ALS.
Muscle cramps are one of the symptoms experienced by individuals with ALS.
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Daily tasks become easier for individuals as ALS progresses.
Daily tasks become easier for individuals as ALS progresses.
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The age of death for Stephen Hawking was 76.
The age of death for Stephen Hawking was 76.
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Study Notes
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
- ALS is a nervous system disease affecting nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, causing loss of muscle control.
- Initial symptoms vary, from trouble holding a pen to changes in voice.
- Symptoms can begin in muscles, including stiffness, cramps, and weakness.
- Muscle weakness and paralysis are common symptoms.
- Difficulty chewing or swallowing, slurred speech, fatigue, and twitching are often experienced.
- About 20% of people with ALS live for around 5 years.
- 10% survive 10 years, and 5% live 20 years or longer.
- Progression is not always linear.
- Currently, there is no cure for ALS.
Treatments
- Several medications are used to treat ALS, including Tofersen, exservan, Dextromethorphan, Eblaravone, and Rilutek.
Causes
- The exact cause is unknown, but genetics play a role in some cases.
- About 90% of ALS cases occur without a known family history.
- Ages between 40-70 are most commonly diagnosed with ALS.
Effects of ALS
- ALS affects muscles and can cause loss of mobility in arms and legs, making daily tasks difficult.
- Other effects include muscle cramps, slurred speech, fatigue, difficulty holding the head up, and potentially losing the ability to talk and walk.
Support Groups
- ALS societies, like the ALS Society of Saskatchewan, provide support and funding for ALS patients.
- Monthly support groups are available in various locations such as Regina, Saskatoon, and Swift Current.
- There is a website available for more information.
Famous People with ALS
- Lou Gehrig, a famous baseball player, had ALS.
- Stephen Hawking, an acclaimed theoretical physicist, cosmologist, and author, also had ALS.
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This quiz explores Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), a progressive nervous system disease. Learn about its symptoms, progression, treatments, and the impact of genetics on its development. Test your knowledge on this complex condition and the current understanding of ALS.
