What Do Whole Body Tremors And Frequent Yeast Infections Suggest?

Posted on Sun, 19 Apr 2015

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Question : I am having whole body tremors that come and go. I also have frequent vaginal yeast infections and toenail fungal infections. I am in constant pain all over, but it is centralized to my knees, ankles, wrists and hands. Should I go and try to see a rheumatologist again? I was diagnosed in 2001 with fibromyalgia by a rheumatologist. Should I see an internal medicine specalist?

Answered by Dr. Olsi Taka (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
I read your question carefully and I understand your concern.
Regarding your pain symptoms I believe fibromyalgia to be the likely cause and I recommend you see your rheumatologist again.
As for the tremors one common cause is anxiety which is often coexisting with fibromyalgia.
However before labeling that as the cause I suggest a blood panel including blood count, erythrosedimentation rate, C reactive protein, glucose, liver and kidney function tests, electrolytes, vitamin B12 level and thyroid function to probe for other metabolic or infectious causes.

I remain at your disposal for further questions.

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