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

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 progressively more noticeable rather than appearing once and disappearing. Hand weakness and clumsiness are among recognized early symptoms of ALS. ([Mayo Clinic][1])

## 2. Weakness in the Foot, Ankle, or Leg

For some people, ALS starts in the lower limbs.

Possible early signs include:

* Difficulty lifting the front of the foot
* Repeatedly