Before I knew what was really wrong with me, when people asked why I was walking strangely, I told them I was attacked by Godzilla. In the legs. I referred to it in conversations with friends and family as "Godzilla Disease". All I really knew was that nothing hurt, but I walked with a little bit of a limp, and when I tried to run, it was like...I had forgotten how. My legs just didn't move like I wanted them to. Eventually I realized I couldn't even stand on my toes. There just wasn't strength there to lift my body up with my feet. And I was getting worse.
Six months later, on April 1st of all dates, Godzilla Disease was given another, scarier name.
I began to keep a blog, to track my progression, to tell my story. You're welcome to have a look; it can get a little sweary sometimes.
http://www.gifhy.com/alsfts/
Why We Need Your Help
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive, fatal neuromuscular disease that slowly robs the body of its ability to walk, speak, swallow and breathe. The life expectancy of a person with ALS averages 2 to 5 years from the time of diagnosis.
Every 90 minutes a person in this country is diagnosed with ALS and every 90 minutes another person will lose their battle against this disease. ALS occurs throughout the world with no racial, ethnic, or socioeconomic boundaries.
ALS can strike anyone. Presently there is no known cause of the disease, though support is bringing researchers closer to an answer. In the meantime it costs an average of $250,000 a year to provide the care people living with ALS and their families need. Join the movement to bring help and hope today!
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