Question 1

i suffered fuo for last 24 days , fever came down. now getting myalgia, arthralgia, proximal muscle weakness with sob grade -iii as per nyha . what is?

Accepted Answer

Need more info: meds? supplements? recent travel to Latin Am/Asia/ Africa? recent exposure to sick person? swelling/redness/ heat in leg? need to see PCP for thorough exam &amp; history plus appropriate lab work. Too little info to make informed suggestion as to cause. ER if condition worsening.

Question 2

what can one-sided muscle weakness/wasting be?

Accepted Answer

Many Possibilities: Weakness and wasting on one side can be caused by a number of things, including intervertebral disc disease, intervertebral foraminal stenosis. These irritate or with enough degeneration can cause decreased function in the nerve, which eventually causes strength or wasting issues. There are more potential causes, so it is advisable to be evaluated.

Question 3

does hypo or hyperkalemia cause muscle weakness?

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Hypo: Potassium is needed to help muscle function.  Without enough potassium, there is a change in the conduction of cells within a muscle.  This change can lead to cramping, weakness and even heart arrythmias.  People who have poor diets or who take diuretics "water pills" can develop hypokalemia more often.

Question 4

what is the definition or description of: episodic muscle weakness?

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Temporary: Weakness in the muscles that cones and then goes.  In other words, the weakness is temporary.  A Tia (mini stroke) is just one example of a condition that can cause an episodic muscle weakness.

Question 5

muscle  weakness  in my thigh why?

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Muscle weakness x 1: weakness on one side, in one muscle group, could be due to injury or something called radiculopathy.  The latter is a pinched nerve root in the lower back.  It may also cause pain or numbness.  If you have pain, numbness and weakness on one side, in one muscle group, radiculopathy is the likely answer.

Question 6

why does hypokalemia cause muscle weakness?

Accepted Answer

Muscles need lytes: Your muscles and nerves require potassium to properly contract and relax.  If low, they don't work as efficiently

Question 7

why would a person get muscle weakness in the leg?

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Nerve&muscle damage: Any type of nerve injury in your lower spine or in your leg can cause muscle weakness.  Muscle diseases can lead to weakness.  Sometimes brain conditions lead to muscle weakness, too. A detailed neurological exam can identify the likely area of damage.

Question 8

how to counteract muscle weakness from taking statins?

Accepted Answer

No way that I know: There is no way to predict who will have this problem unless it has happened before.  The best way to avoid muscle problems on statins is to not take the statins.

Question 9

is mild muscle weakness expected while taking a statin?

Accepted Answer

Muscle weakness: Muscle weakness or myopathy is one of adverse effects of statin.

Question 10

what can help with my muscle weakness linked to depression?

Accepted Answer

Sleep and exercise: How do you know your muscle weakness is linked to depression?  Have you seen your doctor and had this symptom explained?  If not, and you're concerned about muscle weakness, it's a good idea to have this evaluated. Muscle weakness is not a primary symptom of depression. Fatigue or loss of energy, along with insomnia, and decreased participation in activities could lead to muscle atrophy, however.

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I suffered fuo for last 24 days , fever came down. now getting myalgia, arthralgia, proximal muscle weakness with sob grade -iii as per nyha . what is?

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What can one-sided muscle weakness/wasting be?

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Does hypo or hyperkalemia cause muscle weakness?

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What is the definition or description of: episodic muscle weakness?

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Muscle weakness in my thigh why?

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Why does hypokalemia cause muscle weakness?

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Why would a person get muscle weakness in the leg?

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How to counteract muscle weakness from taking statins?

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Is mild muscle weakness expected while taking a statin?

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What can help with my muscle weakness linked to depression?

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