Bulbar onset ALS is a type of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) that occurs due to the loss of motor neurons in the bulbar region of the brainstem. This progressive condition affects speech, ...

"Decreasing AMMO [active maximal mouth opening] over time is seen most often in patients with SMA type 2 with an estimated reduction of almost 1 mm per year...At this point, we propose that ...

Oral function should be measured routinely to determine individual bulbar involvement stages in spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). “Our results underscore the heterogeneity of oral function effort across ...

Early ALS symptoms can include muscle twitching, stiffness, or weakness. However, some evidence suggests that older females may be more likely to have symptoms affecting the face and neck muscles.

Background & Aims: To describe an unusual case of acute flaccid paralysis following pneumococcal meningitis and to review the relevant literature. Methods: Case report and literature review Results: A ...