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What Causes Loss Of Coordination And An Inability To Walk?
Question: in last 6 months, noticed a loss of strength in my legs,along with loss of coordination, ability to walk smoothly, its as if I've had 3-4 drinks,.I can stub my toes more easily now if not careful...no other pains in my
legs,.loss of balance,coordination and ability to walk smoothly...much worse if its cold outside..
legs,.loss of balance,coordination and ability to walk smoothly...much worse if its cold outside..
Brief Answer:
Please provide additional information
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I can certainly understand your concern
I have worked through your attached query in detail
Before guiding you further, I would like to know the following
Do you consume alcohol or other addictive substances? If yes since how long and what is the quantity
Is there any associated history of medical disorders like Diabetes or Hypertension?
Are you currently taking any medication? if yes can you specify the names?
Have you taken any tests for your symptoms? If yes please upload their reports
Once I receive answers to these questions, I will guide you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Please provide additional information
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I can certainly understand your concern
I have worked through your attached query in detail
Before guiding you further, I would like to know the following
Do you consume alcohol or other addictive substances? If yes since how long and what is the quantity
Is there any associated history of medical disorders like Diabetes or Hypertension?
Are you currently taking any medication? if yes can you specify the names?
Have you taken any tests for your symptoms? If yes please upload their reports
Once I receive answers to these questions, I will guide you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
No history that I'am aware of,.alcohol,yes,.maybe ave a beer and 2-3 oz of whiskey per day,i do smoke,.and no other addictive drugs..
taking no medication..no tests done to this point, yet...try to workout at the gym
maybe 4 x per week....
taking no medication..no tests done to this point, yet...try to workout at the gym
maybe 4 x per week....
Brief Answer:
It's important to rule out organic brain damage
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have worked through your attached query in detail
It's advisable to quite an intake of beer and whiskey.
Alcohol is known to have a serious impact on the brain and spinal cord resulting in motor symptoms
Considering your symptoms and Clinical history it's advisable to get MRI brain at the earliest to rule out organic brain pathology if any.
Additionally, it's advisable to screen yourself for the following.
Serum Vitamin B12 levels
Nerve conduction study of both lower limbs.
Consultation with a Neurophysician is most important for a detailed Neurological examination
Further management if any is largely based on test results.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
It's important to rule out organic brain damage
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have worked through your attached query in detail
It's advisable to quite an intake of beer and whiskey.
Alcohol is known to have a serious impact on the brain and spinal cord resulting in motor symptoms
Considering your symptoms and Clinical history it's advisable to get MRI brain at the earliest to rule out organic brain pathology if any.
Additionally, it's advisable to screen yourself for the following.
Serum Vitamin B12 levels
Nerve conduction study of both lower limbs.
Consultation with a Neurophysician is most important for a detailed Neurological examination
Further management if any is largely based on test results.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Kampana
I responded to these questions 12 hrs ago...
Brief Answer:
Tests ordered to rule out organic brain pathology
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I can certainly understand your concern
I have seen your answers to my questions.
Based on your complete Clinical profile and symptoms ( muscle weakness), the possibility of an organic brain pathology should be ruled out.
Hence I ordered the relevant tests.
Further management if any is largely based on test results.
Hope I have answered your query.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Suresh Heijebu, General & Family Physician
Tests ordered to rule out organic brain pathology
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I can certainly understand your concern
I have seen your answers to my questions.
Based on your complete Clinical profile and symptoms ( muscle weakness), the possibility of an organic brain pathology should be ruled out.
Hence I ordered the relevant tests.
Further management if any is largely based on test results.
Hope I have answered your query.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Suresh Heijebu, General & Family Physician
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
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