MUSCLES WEEKNESS

Muscle weakness is a lack of strength in the muscles. They may not contract or move as easily as before.

Some chronic medical conditions can cause the muscles to wear out more quickly or cause a person to feel fatigue. In other case an infection may cause the muscles to falter.

If a person has a sudden,severe onset of muscle weakness ,they should talk to a doctor

Examples of conditions that cause muscle weakness include:

1: Addison's Disease:

This occurs when a person's adrenal glands do not produce enough of the hormones cortisol and aldosterone.

In addition to muscle weakness,other common symptoms of Addison's disease include:

.chronic fatigue

.weight loss

.loss of appetite

. stomach pain

2: Anemia:

Anemia occurs when a person's hemoglobin levels are low,often due to an iron deficiency. Other symptoms of anemia include:

.dizziness

.shortness of breath

.headaches

.cold hands and feet

.an irregular heartbeat

3:Chronic fatigue syndrome:

This diagnosis refers to unexplained fatigue,or fatigue that a doctor cannot relate to a medical condition. Another name for it is myalgic encephalomyelitis.

People with chronic fatigue syndrome experience severe tiredness and sleep problems, other symptoms include muscle weakness,pain, dizziness and problems concentrating.

4: Electrolyte disorders or imbalances:

Electrolytes help ensure that the muscles, nerves, heart and brain all function correctly. Having altered levels of electrolytes such as calcium, potassium, sodium and magnesium can cause muscle weakness.

Examples of electrolyte disorders include hypokalemia or hyperkalemic periodic paralysis.

Risk factors for an electrolyte imbalance include:

.loss of fluids through sweating , vomiting or diarrhea

. chemotherapy

.a poor diet

. taking antibiotics or immunosuppressants

5: Diabetes:

Diabetes occurs when the body does not make enough insulin or does not use insulin appropriately. It can cause nerve damage that may result in muscles weakness.

Diabetes can also lead to a variety of other symptoms related to muscle weakness, including:

. frailty

.impaired mobility

. fatigue

6: Fibromyalgia:

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that causes muscles pain and weakness in addition to other symptoms,such as: 

.constant fatigue

. affected memory

.mood changes

7: Hypothyroidism:

Hypothyroidism,or an underactive thyroid can cause muscle weakness and cramping. These symptoms may get worse with exercise and physical activity.

Other symptoms include:

. weight gain

.feeling cold

.dry skin and hair

. fatigue

. irregular and heavy menstrual periods 

.a slow heart rate

.joint and muscle pain

. depression or mood disorders

 . fertility problems

A doctor can often diagnosis this and other thyroid conditions with a blood test.

8: Kidney disease:

Problems with kidney function can cause metabolic waste products,such as creatinine,to build up in the muscles. This can result in muscles twitching and weakness.

Take Away

Multiple medical issues can cause muscle weakness, including neurological conditions , infections and chronic illnesses.

To diagnose the underlying cause,a doctor will discuss a person's symptoms,medical history and what makes the symptoms worse or better.

If a person experiences sudden,severe muscle weakness they should seek immediate medical attention.