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What Causes Weakness In Arms Along With Swollen Tender Lymph Node?

I have been having an issue with my hand falling asleep randomly throughout the day, but more frequently at night during sleep to the point it awakens me. Also, today I have noticed possibly my right lymph node feels swollen and is tenderly sore to the touch. I am curious as to what this might be or if I should just try to make an appointment with my family doctor?
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have weakness in arms along with swollen tender lymph node . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like essential tremor is the most common type of movement disorder , parkinsonian tremor , dystonic tremor , cerebellar tremor , psychogenic tremor or orthostatic tremor. There are other reasons also like arthritis , compressed fracture , pinched nerve or lack of sufficient blood supply . I would suggest you to consult neurologist for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan , MRi of brain and spine , nerve conduction test along with taking history . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant along with anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug along with vitamin and mineral supplements . For now do light stretching exercises and do mind relaxing exercises like yoga and meditation . Doctor may also refer you to orthopedic surgeon for other reasons . Swollen lymph nodes under the jaw seems to be due to swollen submandibular lymph nodes and can be due to infection in head and neck region. Take antibiotics along with anti inflammatory for that .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Weakness In Arms Along With Swollen Tender Lymph Node?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have weakness in arms along with swollen tender lymph node . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like essential tremor is the most common type of movement disorder , parkinsonian tremor , dystonic tremor , cerebellar tremor , psychogenic tremor or orthostatic tremor. There are other reasons also like arthritis , compressed fracture , pinched nerve or lack of sufficient blood supply . I would suggest you to consult neurologist for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan , MRi of brain and spine , nerve conduction test along with taking history . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant along with anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug along with vitamin and mineral supplements . For now do light stretching exercises and do mind relaxing exercises like yoga and meditation . Doctor may also refer you to orthopedic surgeon for other reasons . Swollen lymph nodes under the jaw seems to be due to swollen submandibular lymph nodes and can be due to infection in head and neck region. Take antibiotics along with anti inflammatory for that . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari