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Shaky Legs, Hot Flashes, Sweating, Mood Swings, Hypertension. Taking Klonopin
66 yrs old, weak shaky legs last 3 yrs, hot flashes sweats mood swings eat constantly and cannot get up to 130lb. goal. hx of controlled hypertension. stopped hormones 4 mts ago. hx of mitro valve prolapse and psvt, controlled by vagal man. takes 1-2 hrs to get to sleep at nite and awake many times with sweats and hot flashes equals tiredness.the leg shakes look like I have cerebral palsy,worse with any stress or strain like standing still especially on uneven ground or in cold weather. taking klonipin for shakiness. regular blood thyroid test is normal
Tue, 13 Aug 2013
Hi, it appears to be due to hypertensive neuropathy, may be increased by the mal nutrition or absorption.There could be some chronic infection as well.
I advise you to consult a physician for diagnosis and treatment.
Take more of green leafy vegetables, pulses, sprouts, and proteine rich foods. Thank you.
I advise you to consult a physician for diagnosis and treatment.
Take more of green leafy vegetables, pulses, sprouts, and proteine rich foods. Thank you.
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