Lou Gehrig’s syndrome: Here are the first symptoms of this disease

ALS. Diagnosis requires a neurological examination and testing to rule out other possible causes.

## 1. Increasing Weakness in One Hand or Arm

ALS may begin with weakness in a single limb.

A person might notice that they:

* Drop objects more often
* Have difficulty turning keys
* Struggle to button clothing
* Cannot grip objects as firmly
* Have trouble writing or using utensils

The weakness typically becomes