What is pls disease?

Picture this: you’re at a party, mingling with the guests and looking oh-so-fabulous in your newly-bought dress/suit. Suddenly, someone approaches you and asks about that funky limp you have. You shrug it off as a minor thing but decide to Google what’s going on later. After some research, you find out it might be something called PLS disease! What is that even? Don’t worry, my dear friend – I’ve got all of the answers for you right here (in the most hilarious way possible).

Let’s Start With The Basics

First things first (you can never go wrong with some alliteration), let’s define what PLS disease actually is. According to experts, Primary Lateral Sclerosis (PLS) is a rare type of motor neuron disease which affects movement through upper motor neurons located in the brain.

Okay…I’m already starting to glaze over with scientific jargon so let me break it down further without resorting to ‘basic’or ‘duh’. In simpler terms, having PLS means difficulty moving parts such as arms or legs since there are different pathways within our body responsible for making our muscles move smoothly (science alert!).

You know how when your internet signal gets wonky and trying to binge-watch your favorite show starts feeling like watching paint dry? Well, it’s kind of similar- but instead of Netflix buffering issues causing rage-induced heart palpitations caused by weird circuits in our brains screwing up muscle signals usually leading people onlookers thinking we’re intoxicated(Ahem! Just kidding).

Yeahhh…it doesn’t sound too fun huh?

How Is PLS Different From ALS?

I’m sure all of us have heard of the infamous Lou Gehrig’s disease, aka amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). But what exactly is the difference? Well, let me tell you.

Even though both diseases are motor neuron diseases (more science), they affect different types of neurons in our body. To make things even more confusing for trivia buffs out there, one type can eventually turn into another. In fact people with PLS may show signs resembling those that develop with ALS after some time (didn’t really require a warning did it?).

Long story short- PLS focuses on upper motor neurons and doesn’t involve lower ones or death to brain cells like in case of our ultimate baddy The Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

So Who Can Get It?

PLS affects both men and women usually over age 50 but don’t think being young is an automatic guarantee against it. There have been cases reported by younger folks as well (you’re never safe from weird illnesses so enjoy your youth while you still can!).

However before running off to buy life alert necklaces here’s some good news: according to doctors only about every 5 per million people get this disease currently which means probabilities do not play your card very often! yay

What Are Some Of The Symptoms To Look Out For?

Some common signs that might indicate problems include muscle twitching or stiffness sometimes accompanied by cramping for starters .Also excessive coughing , build up difficulty in swallowing/ trouble talking could be developed long drawn out symptom list sounding like something taken straight outta nursing school I’ll assume?

But wait – I promised humor dammit – no dry Wikipedia-style summaries around here! Here goes:

Imagine suddenly stumbling just because your foot decided to hit at awkward angles due to sudden impulse, hands refuse handshakes cause you couldn’t control your muscles or You’re standing on the sidewalk manouevering to cross across when some random person thinks it necessary to stare as if a miracle is about to occur just by watching someone walking. Yeah, those can be clues towards PLS- A set of probable outcomes and almost anything weird could happen including your hair turning green(atleast it’s an outcome we can all wishfully imagine)

How Is PLS Treated?

Similar to ALS unfortunately there isn’t any cure for PLS (yet). As of now medical professionals prescribe a combination of physical therapy and medications designed to alleviate symptoms thereby improving quality of life.

Don’t be depressed yet! Clinical trials are currently being conducted so fingers crossed that something way cooler, like injecting magic fairy dust into us thus instantly making the disease vanish away our body… again..fingers awesomely crossed here 😉

Although while thinking that went quickly from joke land back reality – do take serious caution at grandiose promises made regarding “miracle cures” some alternative medicine specialists try enticing folks with looking for ways out during difficult situations.

In Conclusion…

PLS may not be as well-known as ALS but it still affects people in unique ways which could ultimately strain even simple routines especially important functions essential daily workings. Being aware of what it is and supporting those who live with the disease goes a long way since humor alone doesn’t help someone replenish their bodies healthy means alone :cool coughs:

Hopefully this light-hearted article has given you both entertainment + education through tough times(here’s me hoping humour wasn’t scarce throughout but either ways hoping none would make fun of anyone in their posts):I shall leave you with one last thought before signing off: never underestimate (bolded)Brain Synapses Overload(unbolded).

Dane Raynor

Hey there, I’m Dane Raynor, and I’m all about sharing fascinating knowledge, news, and hot topics. I’m passionate about learning and have a knack for simplifying complex ideas. Let’s explore together!