How is cystic fibrosis treated? CF is a genetic disease that mainly affects the pancreas and lungs. It’s caused by a mutation in the CFTR gene. The mutation causes thick mucus to accumulate in the body’s organs. It also causes infections. In some cases, CF may progress despite treatment. How is cystic fibrosis treated? Treatment […]
What Are the Death Signs of ALS?
What are ALS death signs? ALS is a progressive neuromuscular disease. Symptoms usually begin in the limbs, but may appear in other areas. It can be fatal. The disease can be diagnosed by a simple blood test. It can also be inherited. Research continues to uncover the causes of ALS. If you want to know […]
How to Prevent ALS
How to prevent ALS? ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) is a degenerative disease that destroys nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. It is a progressive disease that typically leads to respiratory paralysis within two to five years. It is a fatal disease that affects about 2 out of every 100,000 people. There is no […]
My First ALS Symptoms
ALS or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis is a rare affliction affecting about 25,000 Americans in varying degrees of severity. Its effects are mostly confined to the spinal cord, although it has been reported that patients can exhibit symptoms at any time of the day or night. It is an atypical disease and most people with it […]