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What Causes Quivering And Loss Of Balance In An Elderly Person?

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Posted on Mon, 17 Oct 2016
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Question : I have quivering in my legs between my knees and ankles that effects my balance. I haven't fallen but my legs tire quickly because they are constantly adjusting to maintain my balance.
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Answered by Dr. Geeta Sundar (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX Quivering and loss of balance at your age

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX Quivering and loss of balance at your age may be due to severe arthritis of knees, or deficiency of vitamins like D and B-12. Have you had an x-ray of your knees and vitamin levels tested? If so can you revert back with them so that I can advise you better? Also if you have any other problems or medication that you are taking, please let me know. Regards
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What Causes Quivering And Loss Of Balance In An Elderly Person?

Brief Answer: Hi XXXXXXX Quivering and loss of balance at your age Detailed Answer: Hi XXXXXXX Quivering and loss of balance at your age may be due to severe arthritis of knees, or deficiency of vitamins like D and B-12. Have you had an x-ray of your knees and vitamin levels tested? If so can you revert back with them so that I can advise you better? Also if you have any other problems or medication that you are taking, please let me know. Regards