Reveals fasiculations and accompanying atrophy

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This 55-year-old male comes into the clinic for a follow-up visit. Physical exam reveals fasiculations and accompanying atrophy and weakness in the forearms and hands. He is beginning to have troubles with speech, chewing, and swallowing. His breathing is a little more difficult than 3 months ago, but a ventilator is not required at this point. He is being referred to respiratory therapy and will return to the clinic in one month.

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