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Suggest Treatment For Severe Upper Respiratory Issues For The Past Two Weeks Along With Weakness In The Legs After Playing Tennis
Question: I'm 77, after recovering from a severe upper respiratory for the past two weeks, I'm back to my fitness routine. However, I just played tennis and my legs feel weak and fluttery. In fact, I had to cut my tennis game short because I was feeling weak in my legs.
Brief Answer:
Most likely to be post viral fatigue
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
The symptoms you experienced is likely due to fatigue associated with recovering from viral illness.
Please make sure that you stay well hydrated while exercising.
Drink electrolyte-rich fluid like Gatorade
Take adequate rest. You can resume your fitness routine slowly through the next week or two.
Make sure to eat a well-balanced diet.
Hope this answers your question
Please let me know if you need further clarification.
Regards
Dr. Lekshmi
Most likely to be post viral fatigue
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
The symptoms you experienced is likely due to fatigue associated with recovering from viral illness.
Please make sure that you stay well hydrated while exercising.
Drink electrolyte-rich fluid like Gatorade
Take adequate rest. You can resume your fitness routine slowly through the next week or two.
Make sure to eat a well-balanced diet.
Hope this answers your question
Please let me know if you need further clarification.
Regards
Dr. Lekshmi
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