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Can A Low Sodium Level Be Causing Arm, Jaw And Legs Pain?
IN THE PAST WEEKS I HAVE BEEN EPERIENCING SEVERE PAIN IN MY RIGHT ARM- RECENTLY GRAVITATING TO MY JAW. EARLIER I ALSO HAD SEVERE PAINS IN MY UPPER LEGS. I ALSO FIND THAT MY WORK AS A BOOKKEEPER AT A LIBRARY IS BECOMING DIFFICULT FOR ME-ALTHOUGH I HAVE BEEN CARYING OUT THEE DUTIES FOR THE PAST 25 YEARS WITHOUT DIFFICULTY. I AM 87 YEARS OLD AND IN MUCH PAIN. I HAVE (YESTERDAY) BEEN TOLD THAT MY SODIUM LEVEL IS EXTREMELY LOW. CAN THESE SYMPTOMS BE RELATED? Elna L. Dwyer
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Wed, 13 Aug 2014
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yes, your blood sodium level may indeed be the cause for your muscle pain and tiredness. if i were your treating doctor i would recommend rest and following diet.
- increased salt
- soy based food
- fish
- avoid canned foods
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- increased salt
- soy based food
- fish
- avoid canned foods
Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help
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