How ALS is diagnosed
There are different clinical challenges that can delay an ALS diagnosis. The average life expectancy of people with ALS is typically 2–5 years, but by shortening the time to diagnosis, people with ALS can receive earlier access to care that can lead to better health outcomes.
Distinguishing ALS
from other conditions
It can be difficult for ALS to be diagnosed because its symptoms and presentation can sometimes resemble other conditions. This may delay diagnosis, which also affects the time at which people can address ALS-related symptoms earlier in their disease course.
There are symptoms that differentiate ALS from other diseases that your healthcare provider may look for, which can also help reduce the time to diagnosis.
These include:
