What Causes Headache, Muscle Weakness And Tingling In Left Arm?

Posted on Sun, 13 Apr 2014

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Question : Hi I have had blood test showing low calcium , but not getting any better constant headaches pale feeling faint muscle weakness palpitations tingling in left arm and leg and cold hands and feet, not getting anywhere with doctors can you help

Answered by Dr. Saurabh Gupta (42 minutes later)

Brief Answer: Likely to be related to benign causes. Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for your query. The symptoms that you are having are likely to be related to benign causes like electrolyte imbalance, vitamin B 12 and vit D deficiency, etc. Most of the times these symptoms can be taken care of by taking electrolyte rich fluids, Methylcobalamin and vit D supplements. Eat a diet rich in fresh fruits and green leafy vegetables, nuts, milk, eggs, pulses and cereals. Do brisk walking exercise for 40 minutes daily. Get 6-8 hours of refreshing sleep daily. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Saurabh Gupta (34 hours later)

How long will taking these tablets take effect, i am suffering headaches still , can i take paracetamol with these tablets .

Answered by Dr. Saurabh Gupta (12 hours later)

Brief Answer: You can take paracetamol with these tablets. Detailed Answer: Hello mam, These supplements will take 2-3 weeks for effect. You can take paracetamol with these tablets.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Saurabh Gupta (3 hours later)

Ok is just that i am having bad episodes of feeling faint shaking and muscle tightness , heart palpitations its lasts for about 15 mins then feel tired , nausea as if my calcium levels are dropping and going really pale and disorientated

Answered by Dr. Saurabh Gupta (26 hours later)

Brief Answer: Seems to be due to electrolyte imbalance. Detailed Answer: Hello mam, Sorry for late reply. It all seems to be due to electrolyte imbalance. I would suggest getting this evaluated by a physician for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate management. Wishing you speedy recovery... Warm regards.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar