A member asked:

Why do i have high cpk levels and why does my chest hurt when i take hard steps? why do my legs get very weak when i get upset in any way?

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Dr. Budi Bahureksa answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Abnormal: Elevated CPK is always abnormal -- go see your doctor asap.

Answered 6/10/2014

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Several reasons: CPK is non specific and could be elevated in muscular, liver, kidney and heart problems . The isoenzymes may help in narrowing down the causes. Heavy excercize and dehydration can cause elevation. Follow up with your doctor.

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