Posted on 05/05/2012 3:46:52 PM PDT by calex59
My brother has just been diagnosed with ALS(Lou Gherig's disease). I would like to request Prayers for him.
Have him get a second opinion (if he has not done so). ALS is a tricky disease to diagnose, and it is diagnosed by excluding other possibilities. However, this means that doctors are wrong here far more than with most diseases (I heard 20% of the time an ALS diagnosis will be a false positive).
But still 20% is not good odds. My uncle died last January from ALS. He died much earlier than most who are diagnosed, and it was somewhat sudden. Be sure to make the best use of the time you have with him.
I will pray for you.
Praying for your dear brother and all of his loved ones as they walk with him through this illness.
God’s blessing for your brother, you and your family.
Prayers have been said for you and your brother. I lost my dear dad to a brain tumor 15 months ago. The road you travel will be difficult and you have my heartfelt wishes for strength and wisdom along the way.
If you feel a little lost and alone sometimes, remember His footprints in the sand. He is carrying you and your brother now. He will not abandon you. God bless you and Glenn.
May God keep and hold you.
Prayers lifted, for your brother, and for you FRiend. May God bless you BOTH, and may He give you the strength you need to be there for your “big brother” as he was there for you.
May God bless, and keep you both.
Tatt
Sorry Calex59,we will pray.((((Hugs))))
Saying one right now.
Prayers up.
http://lymehandbook.com/index/400-misdiagnoses/450-lyme-als/
Just some information that I came across since I have Lyme Disease. Research showing many ALS patients actually have Lyme Disease. There are many articles on the web. I have included one for you. Prayers for your family.
Prayers have been sent for your brother, you, and all who love him.
Prayers lifted....
Prayers on the way. God bless you and your brother.
Oh gosh, I’m so sorry to hear that, and I’ll certainly keep you both in my prayers.
Prayers for your brother’s health.
Prayers that you can be there for your brother at this time in his life. May the Lord walk with you!
I join in urgent prayer for your brother and for you!
Your comments about him are beautiful.
Prayers....
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