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What Causes Muscle Ache In The Arms And Legs?
My father in law is 80 years old. After doing some painting in his home about a month and a half ago, he has been experiencing severe muscle pain in the arms and legs. This has been going on for over a month with no relief. Symptoms actually seem to be a bit worse and he has been taking it easy. We ve tried adding some protein to his diet since his intake seems to be too low . His Dr. has prescribed neurontin for nerve pain and it hasn t touched it. Any ideas what it may be? His doctor seems to be at a loss.
Tue, 10 Jul 2018
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Many causes of muscle pain in old age.
Arthritis or muscle spasm or spondylosis or radiculopathy may present like this. Viral fever may also present like this .
Avoid spicy food and alcohol avoid smoking and caffeine drinks.
Get it done blood investigation, uric acid, ESR etc
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Many causes of muscle pain in old age.
Arthritis or muscle spasm or spondylosis or radiculopathy may present like this. Viral fever may also present like this .
Avoid spicy food and alcohol avoid smoking and caffeine drinks.
Get it done blood investigation, uric acid, ESR etc
Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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