If you have been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and have tingling sensations, they may be related to ALS but could also be caused by nutritional deficiencies or medication side effects. If you don’t have ALS, your tingling is unlikely to be a symptom of it since it’s a rare condition, but it could mean you have another condition.
It’s important to speak with your doctor or healthcare professional if you are experiencing tingling.
Tingling may happen in individuals who have ALS with sensory neuropathy, also called peripheral neuropathy. Research suggests that as many as 20% of people with ALS experience neuropathy symptoms like tingling.
Tingling as a symptom in early ALS may make the process of diagnosing ALS more complicated since it is also a symptom of other conditions that affect other nerves, such as neuropathy or nerve compression disorders.
If you have tingling and do not have ALS, it is very unlikely that tingling alone is a symptom of ALS, since it’s a very rare condition. However, tingling can be a symptom of other things like peripheral neuropathy, spinal conditions, nutritional deficits, or side effects from medication.
Sudden tingling can be a sign of something serious, such as a sudden herniated disc, stroke, or meningitis, so it’s important to see a doctor or healthcare professional as soon as possible, especially if you have sudden tingling.
Whether you have ALS or not, if you are experiencing tingling, it’s a good idea to speak with a healthcare professional as soon as you can. They can help you discover what is causing your tingling and your treatment options.