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What Causes Weakness In Arm Joint?

Approx 3 years ago my joints (arms) muscles suddenly got weak and I lost muscle fast and could not raise my arms up past my shoulders. This lasted for approx. 3 months and slowly I got some strength back. Before that I was always active and worked out on a regular basis for years on my own. I didn t even have the strength to do a Yoga plank position. It was scary. I am now 55 and I force myself to workout and I m extremely fatigued all of the time ...even the first thing in the morning. Do you think this is all due to menopause or can you make any suggestions?
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Hi,

This could be because of lot of reasons,are you a diabetic? Have you sustain any injury? most likely cause is a nerve involvement due to barious reasons. Needs thorough workup.

Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Jaideep Gaver, Orthopedic Surgeon
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What Causes Weakness In Arm Joint?

Hi, This could be because of lot of reasons,are you a diabetic? Have you sustain any injury? most likely cause is a nerve involvement due to barious reasons. Needs thorough workup. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Jaideep Gaver, Orthopedic Surgeon