amyotrophic lateral sclerosis type 21
Any amyotrophic lateral sclerosis in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the MATR3 gene.
Also known as: ALS21, MATR3 amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis caused by mutation in MATR3, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis type 21, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis 21, myopathy, distal, 2, vocal cord and pharyngeal dysfunction with distal myopathy.
Category: General
Symptoms associated with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis type 21
The following symptoms have been associated with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis type 21 in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Bulbar palsy
Bulbar weakness (or bulbar palsy) refers to bilateral impairment of function of the lower cranial nerves IX, X...
Distal lower limb muscle weakness
Reduced strength of the distal musculature of the legs....
Distal muscle weakness
Reduced strength of the musculature of the distal extremities....
Dysphagia
Difficulty in swallowing....
Hand muscle weakness
Reduced strength of the musculature of the hand....
Hoarse voice
Hoarseness refers to a change in the pitch or quality of the voice, with the voice sounding weak, very breathy...
Respiratory insufficiency due to muscle weakness
Information about Respiratory insufficiency due to muscle weakness....
Shoulder girdle muscle weakness
The shoulder, or pectoral, girdle is composed of the clavicles and the scapulae. Shoulder-girdle weakness refe...
Tests used to investigate amyotrophic lateral sclerosis type 21
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating amyotrophic lateral sclerosis type 21. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Conditions with overlapping symptoms
These conditions share symptoms with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis type 21, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
Autosomal dominant Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 2Z
Autosomal dominant Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 2Z is a medical condition that may be associated with vari...
Congenital fiber-type disproportion myopathy
Congenital fiber-type disproportion myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympto...
Mitochondrial DNA depletion syndrome, myopathic form
Mitochondrial DNA depletion syndrome, myopathic form is a medical condition that may be associated with variou...
Proximal spinal muscular atrophy
Proximal spinal muscular atrophy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Vocal cord and pharyngeal distal myopathy
Vocal cord and pharyngeal distal myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms ...
myofibrillar myopathy 2
Any autosomal dominant distal myopathy in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the CRYAB gene....
Frequently Asked Questions
What is amyotrophic lateral sclerosis type 21?
amyotrophic lateral sclerosis type 21 is a health condition described in medical literature. Any amyotrophic lateral sclerosis in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the MATR3 gene.
What are the symptoms of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis type 21?
amyotrophic lateral sclerosis type 21 is associated with 8 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Bulbar palsy, Distal lower limb muscle weakness, Distal muscle weakness, Dysphagia, Hand muscle weakness, Hoarse voice. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is amyotrophic lateral sclerosis type 21 diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis type 21 include CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Urinalysis. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have amyotrophic lateral sclerosis type 21, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.