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What Causes Muscle Weakness And Stiffness After Fainting Episodes?
I ve had 2 near fainting incidents in two weeks. After each incident I ve had some muscle weakness and stiffness with mild headache with elevated blood pressure.I also note my urine is dark mostly orange looking. I m borderline diabetic taking prednisone daily for RA. I m also taking medications for hypertension.
Fri, 28 Jun 2019
Hello,
Since you are having fainting attacks you should have a thorough medical checkup done at the earliest.
Since you have a history of diabetics & hypertension, keep your blood sugar & BP levels under control to avoid fainting attacks.
Stay well hydrated, dehydration & imbalance in the electrolyte system of your body may cause muscle cramps or stiffness.
Since you have a history of RA, do regular exercises, medications will help reduce stiffness & joint pain only when your joints remain flexible. Do stretch exercises.
Deep colored urine can be due to dehydration or medications that you take. Medical conditions associated with Liver dysfunction cause deep colored urine, get liver function tests done to stay on the safer side.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician
Since you are having fainting attacks you should have a thorough medical checkup done at the earliest.
Since you have a history of diabetics & hypertension, keep your blood sugar & BP levels under control to avoid fainting attacks.
Stay well hydrated, dehydration & imbalance in the electrolyte system of your body may cause muscle cramps or stiffness.
Since you have a history of RA, do regular exercises, medications will help reduce stiffness & joint pain only when your joints remain flexible. Do stretch exercises.
Deep colored urine can be due to dehydration or medications that you take. Medical conditions associated with Liver dysfunction cause deep colored urine, get liver function tests done to stay on the safer side.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician
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