Diagnosis of amyotrophy is complicated because there are several types with unique symptoms. When physicians suspect amyotrophy due to medical history and physical evaluation, they generally must rule out other disorders with additional tests. Ordering electromyography approximately three weeks after symptoms first appear can show changes along nerves. Doctors differentiate between types of amyotrophy by comparing results to the available demographic and incidence reports of amyotrophy cases.

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