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Suffering From Muscle Twitches In The Calf, Periodic Cough With Phlegm, Headache And Tingling In Body. Need Suggestions
Hello, hope you can help. I am a 52 yo male. Over the last several years, I have been experiencing the following weird symptoms; Muscle twitches-mostly in my calves. periodic cough with phlem. (I do not smoke ) Headaches that come on in an instant, may last for several hours. periodic dizzy spells-room spinning-only lasts several min. Tingling and burning sensations from top of head to fingers and down torso. last for hours. loss of surface sensation on right thigh-about an 8-10 inch patch. insomnia I have had these symptoms for several years and in the last several months seem to have gotten worse. Can you suggest something? Thank You
Mon, 28 Jul 2014
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I have studied your case.
suggests possibility of viral illness.
Another possibility of systemic bacterial infection
You may need to investigate in form of complete blood count, ESR, CRP.
You may need clinical examination also to confirm diagnosis.
Till time you can start medication and antibiotic consulting your treating doctor.
Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.
Wishing you good health.
Take care.
I have studied your case.
suggests possibility of viral illness.
Another possibility of systemic bacterial infection
You may need to investigate in form of complete blood count, ESR, CRP.
You may need clinical examination also to confirm diagnosis.
Till time you can start medication and antibiotic consulting your treating doctor.
Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.
Wishing you good health.
Take care.
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