[b]Ray:[/b] My MD did not suggest the B12 shots. I discovered that on my own. The slurred speech did not occur until nine months after my stroke; even my neurologist says that timeline is unheard of. According to the MDs, my stroke was a big hemmorhagic explosion, but I had nothing bad except a headache until I started the Lipitor. Oh, and, I have read several reports regarding CoQ10 that say it is involved with blood clotting, even that those at risk for stroke must take care in using it. Wish I could get this cleared up. I know it would help the muscle wasting, but surely don't want another stroke.
[b]Darrell[/b]: You're so right about diverting people from ALS boards. I was out of my mind with worry until I found this board. Now I really don't think I have ALS; I truly think it's the Zetia. However, I am going to a renowned ALS specialist next month for testing, which will include a FULL EMG -- needles every inch of my body, especially tongue. Now that the seed of doubt is in my mind, I must have it removed beyond any doubt (my grandfather died with ALS.) All this because of cholesterol-lowering drugs.
By the way, my neurologist, as of today's appointment, is very concerned about my muscle wasting, but still
won't admit it's from the Zetia.