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Warning Signs of Motor Neurone Disease: Know Them

3/7/2025

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Difficulty swallowing, excessive saliva, and drooling could signal motor neurone disease (MND), a debilitating condition that impairs movement and breathing. Early signs often include limb weakness and slurred speech. In the UK, around 5,000 adults face this harsh reality, with a life expectancy of just two to five years after symptoms begin, and sadly, no cure exists.

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Difficulty swallowing, excessive saliva, and drooling could signal motor neurone disease (MND), a debilitating condition that impairs movement and breathing. Early signs often include limb weakness and slurred speech. In the UK, around 5,000 adults face this harsh reality, with a life expectancy of just two to five years after symptoms begin, and sadly, no cure exists.