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What Causes Loss Of Balance And Weakness After Taking Megestrol?
Brief Answer:
it is a possible cause
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
Megestrol can cause an unsteady gait in some persons and it can also be associated with asthenia or loss of energy
This means that it is definitely possible that it is causing the effects that you mentioned
You can consider discontinuing it but you should speak to his doctor to let him the effects that he is experiencing and so that an alternative, if possible, can be given.
His doctor may also want to rule out another cause for the symptoms by physical examination and blood tests
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
it is a possible cause
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
Megestrol can cause an unsteady gait in some persons and it can also be associated with asthenia or loss of energy
This means that it is definitely possible that it is causing the effects that you mentioned
You can consider discontinuing it but you should speak to his doctor to let him the effects that he is experiencing and so that an alternative, if possible, can be given.
His doctor may also want to rule out another cause for the symptoms by physical examination and blood tests
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
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