What are the symptoms of ALS?
The following are the most common symptoms of ALS. Each individual, however, may experience symptoms differently. Symptoms may include:

• twitching and cramping of muscles, especially those in the hands and feet
• loss of motor control in the hands and arms
• impaired use of the arms and legs
• weakness and fatigue
• tripping and falling
• dropping things
• uncontrollable periods of laughing or crying
• slurred or thick speech and difficulty in projecting the voice
  

As the disease progresses, symptoms may include:

• shortness of breath
• difficulty breathing
• difficulty swallowing
• paralysis

The symptoms of ALS may resemble other conditions or medical problems. Consult a physician for diagnosis.