frontotemporal dementia and/or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis 6
Any amyotrophic lateral sclerosis in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the VCP gene.
Also known as: VCP amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis caused by mutation in VCP.
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Symptoms associated with frontotemporal dementia and/or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis 6
The following symptoms have been associated with frontotemporal dementia and/or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis 6 in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
Dysphagia
Difficulty in swallowing....
Limb muscle weakness
Reduced strength and weakness of the muscles of the arms and legs....
Lower limb muscle weakness
Weakness of the muscles of the legs....
Muscle weakness
Reduced strength of muscles....
Proximal lower limb muscle weakness
A lack of strength of the proximal muscles of the legs....
Proximal upper limb muscle weakness
A lack of strength of the proximal muscles of the arms....
Tests used to investigate frontotemporal dementia and/or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis 6
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating frontotemporal dementia and/or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis 6. 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....
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is frontotemporal dementia and/or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis 6?
frontotemporal dementia and/or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis 6 is a health condition described in medical literature. Any amyotrophic lateral sclerosis in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the VCP gene.
What are the symptoms of frontotemporal dementia and/or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis 6?
frontotemporal dementia and/or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis 6 is associated with 7 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Depression, Dysphagia, Limb muscle weakness, Lower limb muscle weakness, Muscle weakness, Proximal lower limb muscle weakness. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is frontotemporal dementia and/or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis 6 diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with frontotemporal dementia and/or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis 6 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 frontotemporal dementia and/or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis 6, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.