What Can Cause A Flare Up Of Fasciculations ?

Posted on Wed, 17 Nov 2021

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Question : In follow-up, (1) what can cause a flare up of fasciculations? Dehydration? I take creatine but do not consume anywhere near the appropriate amount of water. I also drink caffeine regularly, but caffeine alone has not (to my knowledge) caused this effect in me.

(2) In the case of fasciculations associated with motor neuron diseases, might I expect to see other symptoms as well? I have no weakness. Tbe fasciculations are in fact the only symptom.

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Kjkelly222

Answered by Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar (52 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Dehydration and electrolytes imbalance may be a reason for fasciculations.

Detailed Answer:
Hello again.

I have read your new question.

Dehydration and subsequent electrolytes imbalance may be a reason for fasciculation flare-ups.

You had these fasciculations for years without any weakness, so, motor neuron disease is very unlikely in your case.

So, it is worth trying a healthy diet and staying well hydrated with the hope of fasciculations regression.

Hope you found the answer helpful.

Feel free to ask if you have further questions.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar