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New/recent (2 weeks) muscular pain and twitching. body-wide, but worst in both calves. no weakness, but worried (i.e. als). what else could cause?

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Dr. Arif Khan answered

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See a neurologist: This will be difficult to diagnose based on information you have given here. You need a thorough evaluation including a physical examination from a neurologist.

Answered 11/24/2015

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A member asked:

New/recent (2 weeks) muscular pain and twitching. body-wide, but worst in both calves. no weakness, but worried (i.e. als). what else could cause?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Arif Khan answered

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