Lou Gehrig’s disease: here are the first symptoms of this condition

2.  ⚖️ Loss of balance and frequent falls

Coordination becomes more difficult, especially on uneven terrain.
Some describe a feeling of “soft legs” or a hesitant gait.
3.  🤲 Muscle cramps and twitching

Fasciculations are small, involuntary muscle contractions visible under the skin (often in the arms or calves).
They can be frequent and bothersome.

4.  🔊 Speech difficulties

Some patients notice a weaker voice, slurred speech, or difficulty articulating correctly.
This is a typical sign when the affected area involves the facial or throat muscles.

5.  ✍️ Loss of dexterity

You are finding it increasingly difficult to:

To write

Grab specific objects

Typing on a keyboard

This may reflect deterioration of upper motor neurons.

6.  😞 Excessive muscle fatigue

Abnormal, persistent fatigue, even after mild exertion, is a common sign.

7.  👄 Swallowing disorders

Difficulty swallowing, a feeling of choking or food “stuck” in the throat may appear at an early stage.