Hand atrophy als reddit Noticed a new “dent” in my left leg over the last few weeks, can you all compare the pics below from today to the 2023 pics and see if you see atrophy pls? upvote · comments r/MuscleTwitch I can’t believe this is happening to me. then those muscles are probably working just fine Patients will develop pain in their neck, shoulders, hips, back next to the proximal big muscles, not in their hands. From start of atrophy in hand (and I believe lesser atrophy in shoulder) it has taken maybe 4-5 years to advance to a barely useable left hand and arm and shoulder. Gerecke. It’s blatant and obvious and doesn’t need questioning on Reddit. I wrote atrophy on google and they said its ALS and I might die soon ALS would start in one hand, not in both hands, and it would give you weakness before any atrophy shows up. A few months passed, and I began noticing the atrophy in that same muscle. This article explores the early manifestations of ALS, particularly focusing on ALS hand symptoms, and discusses the importance of multidisciplinary care Also, it's very unlikely you have atrophy without clinical weakness first. This is taken from the post of a member who saw Dr Orla Hardiman a leading ALS specialist. 2 clean EMG’s done March 2023 and December 2023 (while 8 months pregnant). I had 2 very brief twitches a few days ago. You would have shown weakness in holding objects with your thumbs by now. Anyway, I thought I put my ALS fears to rest but I’ve noticed a pretty prominent dent on my left hand. 1 year into symptoms. Mostly when I’m typing or holding my phone Possible Atrophy: I believe there’s slight atrophy in the wrist through the forearm, which is why they strain now when I’m holding stuff. The weakness if def progressing. . But honestly at your age even autoimmune is unlikely. When I told him I already went and that they said no Als he said to get a second opinion. Besides this, I’ve already been assessing my swallowing which is also a cause for concern. As in “oh I’m unable to button my shirt and lift my glass to drink” kind of symptoms. I also went to a hand who also confirmed the atrophy and tried to refer me to the exact neuro practice I go to. I don’t have ALS. I was referred to neurology at that point, where a full ALS screening was performed along with a second EMG earlier this week. Widespread fatigue sounds like either an electrolyte imbalance, a vitamin deficiency, or autoimmune. This clearly looks like atrophy and this particular type of wasting is very specific of you know what. Atrophy involves an ENTIRE muscle group. When it comes to hand muscles, it doesn’t take much wasting before it becomes obvious in day to day life. Mar 7, 2024 · By understanding ALS hand atrophy, patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers can work together to navigate the difficulties it presents, aiming to enhance the quality of life despite the challenges of ALS. My entire left arm is smaller. There is damn near 100% chance you do not have als. Pain is not always there. People with als don’t need to question if something is wrong with them. Furthermore, widespread muscle weakness is not ALS, until the end stages. Does this seem like any split hand syndrome or early atrophy? I have horrible health anxiety. My left hand is nearly solidly translucent in the dark, with just a cell flashlight, with the only "shadow" being by my thumb. In plain view, bones can be seen/felt through palm center, in my jacked hand. Progressive weakness with significant muscle wasting (it started in one hand) cramp-like pain and fasciculations all over (tongue also and slight slurred speech) the body. Motor neurons reach from the brain to the spinal cord and from the spinal cord to the muscles throughout the body. At age 18, without a parent who has ALS, it is nearly impossible that you have ALS. When the hand is at rest, the skin returns to a normal and smooth consistency it's like my muscle in that area has become so weak it gave out In the two months beforehand I did pinch a nerve in my elbow, which caused a substantial loss of feeling in this area, and right now it's aching, but only after stretching. I have had the twitch like in the video for almost three months now. It always occurs in the same spot--right side near the tip. Also my neuro said atrophy always precedes weakness in Als which my atrophy came first. Understanding ALS Hand Atrophy: An Overview. Right hand in question. Atrophy means muscle is dead or dying. Can someone take a look at provide some advice on if this… Sep 26, 2024 · Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects motor neurons, leading to muscle weakness and atrophy. CTS affects 5-10% of people, with a primary onset in young or middle adulthood (many of us on Reddit); ALS affects about 0. Oct 15, 2021 · My non dominant hand was so much smaller that initially one of the neurologists thought it was atrophied. If ALS started in your hands you’d have pretty obvious symptoms long before atrophy. It is still a little bigger than the other. If you have numbness, tingling, or pain as your primary symptoms, you're fine. There’s clear dents in my adductor. It doesn't happen at…. Your muscles started twitching at random and you did the mistake of googling? Now you might have… Hey there. My weaker hand is my dominant one. F*ck this Muscle Jerks: I occasionally get these quick finger jerks in my right hand. If you have twitching without clinical weakness, atrophy or hyperreflexia, your twitching is probably not from ALS, which is a very, very rare disease. Most of the time, in most of the cases, they are not. The whole nine. Think about it logically. CTS causes many of the same symptoms as ALS, but notably will cause a difference in feeling where ALS doesn't. I’m having trouble being able to tell if it’s always been there or if it’s new. Atrophy in ALS happens because your muscles are not being used anymore, so they waste away. Could anyone let me know if this looks like atrophy? Hi all, looking for some advice. I have chronic denvervation on my EMG in my left FDI. Carpal tunnel has been ruled out, leaving only ALS Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord. I am leg onset and it was several years before my hands were affected. Of course, every ALS patient has his story but you never should take as a rule the fact that weakness and atrophy are painful in ALS. My arms were strong before onset. My left FDI is smaller. First, is this dent on my right hand that just showed up recently which I’m afraid to think that could be the Split Hand Sign. Atrophy is not some magical thing that creates holes in your muscles without giving you any weakness. ” Dec 18, 2020 · Atrophy in my still functional left hand is what caused me to find a diagnosis. However, if you asked me to hold something in a pinch grip for a much longer, my hand/thumb would hurt and fatigue quickly. Just a fun thing to try, really, if you feel like seeing your hand guts. The right hand has areas that are and are not visible. 001% of people, primarily older Hi ! I am 27 years old and for several months I have had quite heavy symptoms which have worried me a lot. Your doctor will tell you the same. Patients with real motor diseases get atrophy after their muscles are already dead. Twitching continues and Thenar muscle in dominant right hand seems smaller than left. “It then spreads to affect other muscles of the same limb, for example. If you can button a shirt, hold a cup of coffee, write with a pen, etc. You would be dropping stuffs from hand by now. It was clear, measurable atrophy that was easily noticed by friends, family and confirmed by my doctor. In early May, I started getting some occasional twitching in my left index finger whilst at… Hello, I would just like to share to what I suspect to be signs and symptoms of ALS. Jul 11, 2012 · I have the strength to pass a 5-second test, hold a glass long enough to take a drink, etc. I am 28 years old, male. The right hand is affected, but I had the left tested, the right has recently begun showing weakness and atrophy consistent with split hand sign, confirming ALS even without diagnosis. 41 male asian Asian Facing possible ALS and think I have hand atrophy around the thenar. “This means that it may start in a specific muscle group, such as the small muscles of the hand,” continues Dr. “Early ALS atrophy may be more focal,” says Dr. I have been having some intermittent thenar pain on my right hand - this is the hand I wear my watch on, and the hand that I hold my phone in. A dead muscle cannot move bone. I had been twitching all over for 3 months and had a “clean” EMG a month ago but I’m starting to thing it might have been donde too early. Would my EMG’s have detected hand/Thenar atrophy if from ALS? Share Add a Comment 2K subscribers in the MuscleTwitch community. No signs of defined atrophy, but have skinny arms to start with. ALS hand atrophy marks a critical juncture in the early stages of amyotrophic lateral The primary issue here is that examining your symptoms, researching ALS, and posting on this forum seeking reassurance are not harmless - they are compulsions within the context of your health anxiety and will make you more and more anxious. Atrophy is VERY visible and noticeable, it's not just "feeling" like you're atrophying, nor just the odd dent in your calf/hand. Early detection and diagnosis are crucial for improving patient outcomes and quality of life. mxnxkm ekxni wezldsns oaxu wdea iikuw shed raurw gby tbaeh