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Synonyms
Motor neurone disease is a rare condition that progressively damages parts of the nervous system. This leads to muscle weakness, often with visible wasting.
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Causes of motor neurone disease
Motor neurone disease occurs when specialist nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord called motor neurones progressively lose their function. It's not clear why this happens.
Diagnosing motor neurone disease
See your GP if you experience the initial symptoms of motor neurone disease, such as a weakened grip or weakness in your shoulder, ankle or hip.
Introduction
Motor neurone disease is a rare condition where parts of the nervous system become damaged. This causes progressive weakness, usually with muscle wasting.
Symptoms of motor neurone disease
The symptoms of motor neurone disease can be varied to begin with, before getting progressively more widespread.
Treating motor neurone disease
There's no cure for motor neurone disease, but treatment can help relieve symptoms and help to slow down the condition's progression.
