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Hi Dr. Mintz, Over the last 3 months or so, I ve a few episodes where I wake up in the middle of the night and both arms are extremely weak. I m hardly able to push myself upright and it takes several minutes before my arms feel halfway normal. I m a 49 year old male.
Wed, 4 Sep 2019
General & Family Physician, Dr. Varinder's Response
Hello,
You should get assessed for cervical strain spondylitis. Undergo X-ray cervical spine ap and lateral view. Also, take some over the counter multivitamins antioxidant supplement.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Varinder Joshi , General & Family Physician
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What Causes Muscle Weakness In The Arms?
Hello, You should get assessed for cervical strain spondylitis. Undergo X-ray cervical spine ap and lateral view. Also, take some over the counter multivitamins antioxidant supplement. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Varinder Joshi , General & Family Physician