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What Causes Muscle Aches And Pain In Body?
Question: I am really concerned about muscle aches and pain,my whole locks up....had this happen twice in last six weeks...help me!
Brief Answer:
Many causes commonest overuse
Detailed Answer:
hi,
thanks for your question.
Myalgia, or muscle pain, is a symptom of many diseases and disorders. The most common causes are the overuse or over-stretching of a muscle or group of muscles. Myalgia without a traumatic history is often due to viral infections. Longer-term myalgias may be indicative of a metabolic myopathy, some nutritional deficiencies or chronic fatigue syndrome.
If you have been more active of late then this may explain your muscle pain.
if your symptoms continue then I would see your doctor who can arrange some preliminary investigations.
in the mean time regular gentle excercise, stretching and antiinflammatory medication could be of benefit.
I hope this answers your question.
best wishes
Many causes commonest overuse
Detailed Answer:
hi,
thanks for your question.
Myalgia, or muscle pain, is a symptom of many diseases and disorders. The most common causes are the overuse or over-stretching of a muscle or group of muscles. Myalgia without a traumatic history is often due to viral infections. Longer-term myalgias may be indicative of a metabolic myopathy, some nutritional deficiencies or chronic fatigue syndrome.
If you have been more active of late then this may explain your muscle pain.
if your symptoms continue then I would see your doctor who can arrange some preliminary investigations.
in the mean time regular gentle excercise, stretching and antiinflammatory medication could be of benefit.
I hope this answers your question.
best wishes
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