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What Causes Weakness And Involuntary Movement In The Legs?
My husband has congestive heart failure and non-diabetic neuropathy in his legs he has started having weakness in his legs, they move involuntarily and they just give way when he is walking what are the possibilities that could explain these symptoms?
Understanding your concern. As per your query you are suffering from weakness and involuntary movement in the legs . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like multiple sclerosis , diabetic neuropathy , pinched nerve , disc problem or side effect of some medicine . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order blood test along with nerve conduction test along with CT scan and MRI of spine . Doctor may order nerve supplement along with anti inflammatory , physical therapy , . Doctor may also recommend surgery in case of severe disc problem . For now drink plenty of water and eat healthy , healthy diet will help a lot . Avoid caffeinated drink.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Weakness And Involuntary Movement In The Legs?
Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you are suffering from weakness and involuntary movement in the legs . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like multiple sclerosis , diabetic neuropathy , pinched nerve , disc problem or side effect of some medicine . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order blood test along with nerve conduction test along with CT scan and MRI of spine . Doctor may order nerve supplement along with anti inflammatory , physical therapy , . Doctor may also recommend surgery in case of severe disc problem . For now drink plenty of water and eat healthy , healthy diet will help a lot . Avoid caffeinated drink. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari