Dallas, TX
A 48-year-old female asked:
I have muscle weakness in my right leg below my knee to my ankle. i fall alot and no longer have the ability to walk a straight line.
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A Verified Doctoranswered
Rheumatology 54 years experience
See details: Then see a neurologist and have the issue evaluated. This can be a serious problem.
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Dr. Jeffrey Kassanswered
Podiatry 30 years experience
Visit a neurologist: And have Emg/NCV studies performed. It almost sounds like you may have a dropfoot. I would recommend intense physical therapy and if still having an issue you can be fitted with an ankle foot orthotic which hopefully would prevent further falling.
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Last updated Jan 12, 2017
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