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Paul's diagnosis of progressive muscular atrophy was confirmed 2 years ago (2004) after several years of leg pain and weakness. Now unable to walk and he has limited arm movement. Uses a ventilator, but his speech is not affected. He worked until 6 months ago.
Paul is a retired university IT specialist, married with 2 children, aged 17 and 14. Ethnic background/nationality: White British.
James was diagnosed with Primary Lateral Sclerosis (PLS) 15 years ago (1991). His wife also had MND and died 3 years ago, 2 years after her diagnosis.
James is a retired carpenter/joiner, widowed. Ethnic background/nationality: White British.
Peter was diagnosed with primary lateral sclerosis (PLS) 8 years ago (1998). Symptoms progressed quickly at first, but now more slowly. His speech was severely affected, so he was interviewed through his wife Ann. His mobility is also affected.
Peter (aged 64) and Ann (aged 58) are a married couple, both retired teachers, with 2 adult children. Ethnic background/nationality: White British.
Hal was diagnosed with MND nearly three years ago in 2004. Diagnosis revised to primary lateral sclerosis (PLS) a year ago. His speech is affected, but mobility is still good.
Hal is a retired software company managing director, married with 2 adult children. Ethnic background/nationality: White British.
