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Is A Painful, Weak Elbow And Arms With Some Swelling And Cramping A Cause For Concern?
I have pain in my left elbow and arm is weak. I can see a bump or swelling. I also have occasionally cramping I in my hand. Last a few minutes or so. I plan on seeing a doctor in January when have insurance. Is this something that I should be more concerned about now.
Fri, 6 Dec 2013
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The painful and weak arms could be related to a myopathy or a nerve related disorder. It is best to get a nerve conduction test done and start with methylcobalamin supplements.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you.
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal ,
drtayal72@gmail.com
Thanks for writing to us.
The painful and weak arms could be related to a myopathy or a nerve related disorder. It is best to get a nerve conduction test done and start with methylcobalamin supplements.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you.
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal ,
drtayal72@gmail.com
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