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What Causes Excessive Sweating, Violent Shaking, Weakness And Lightheadedness?

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Posted on Sat, 9 Jul 2016
Question: In the ast few weeks I have had 2 episodes of sudden sweatiness (especially around Neck) shaking in hands, no weakness or lightheaded press. I am 63 male, non smoker. I take tramadol 37.5-325 1-2 times a day for arthritis. A olivine-Benz 2.5/10 each morning. Pravastatin 40 mgm at night. Any ideas? XXXXXXX XXXXXXX
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Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Could be due to sudden drop in blood sugar levels.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.

It is hard to comment defintively but a number of things are possible. I would need to ask you if you are diabetic. Sudden drop in blood sugar levels could precipitate such a presentation. It could also be due to a sudden fluctuation in blood pressure.

If it is not bothering you now, I would not insist you to worry about it. Remain observant and if it recurs, it would be a good idea to visit a doctor and to get yourself evaluated.

Regards
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What Causes Excessive Sweating, Violent Shaking, Weakness And Lightheadedness?

Brief Answer: Could be due to sudden drop in blood sugar levels. Detailed Answer: Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic. It is hard to comment defintively but a number of things are possible. I would need to ask you if you are diabetic. Sudden drop in blood sugar levels could precipitate such a presentation. It could also be due to a sudden fluctuation in blood pressure. If it is not bothering you now, I would not insist you to worry about it. Remain observant and if it recurs, it would be a good idea to visit a doctor and to get yourself evaluated. Regards