Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, leading to loss of muscle control and eventual paralysis. Despite extensive research, the exact cause remains unknown, and there is currently no cure, only treatments to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis

progressive neurodegenerative disease

Nerve cells, or neurons, are the fundamental units of the brain and nervous system responsible for receiving sensory input, processing information, and transmitting signals to other neurons, muscles, or glands. They communicate through electrical impulses and chemical signals, enabling complex processes such as thought, emotion, and movement.

nerve cells

brain and spinal cord

loss of muscle control

eventual paralysis

extensive research

exact cause

no cure

treatments to alleviate symptoms

improve quality of life

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