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What Causes Involuntary Jerking Of Both Hands And Arms?

I had involuntary jerking of both hands and arms, so much so that I could not hold a spoon. Also weakness in both legs and arms to the extent that I could not push myself out of my recliner. Also had a fever of 101. Symptom got better after sleeping and were gone in two days , so was the fever.
posted on Fri, 28 Nov 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
hi
The described symptoms could be due to extreme muscle weakness followng fever and most likely due to vomiting ? that leads to deficiency of electrolyte like sodium and potassium.
Visiting a GP is recommended for further suggestion.
Take care
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What Causes Involuntary Jerking Of Both Hands And Arms?

hi The described symptoms could be due to extreme muscle weakness followng fever and most likely due to vomiting ? that leads to deficiency of electrolyte like sodium and potassium. Visiting a GP is recommended for further suggestion. Take care