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Primary lateral sclerosis
Primary Lateral Sclerosis (PLS) is a rare progressive neurodegenerative disease which is similar to ALS. However, ALS and PLS are not the same thing. Unlike ALS, PLS only affects the upper motor neurons. ALS affects both the upper and lower motor neurons.
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Kennedy’s Disease
Kennedy’s Disease is a rare genetic disease with symptoms that are similar to ALS. It is also called spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy.
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ALS Guide: A resource for people living with ALS
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10 Facts About Pain And ALS
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ALS, MS, and MD: How do they differ?
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, multiple sclerosis, and muscular dystrophy can sometimes be confused as the characteristics and symptoms of these diseases can overlap. People living with ALS, MS, and MD often require the same kinds of wheelchairs and assistive devices. However, ALS, MS, and MD are separate and distinct diseases.
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Bulbar ALS Fact Sheet
Bulbar ALS is a subtype of ALS that destroys motor neurons in the corticobulbar area of the brain and brainstem. This area controls muscles in the face, head, and neck including the jaw, lips, throat, and tongue.
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ALS Quick Facts
ALS is amyotrophic lateral sclerosis