Weakness And Fatigue: Check Your Symptoms
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When to See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:Do you have persistent generalized weakness?
See significance of generalized weakness if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
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Call your health professional immediately if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
- Yes
Is your weakness rapidly getting worse, and you think you may soon be unable to function?
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Call your health professional today if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
- Yes
Has your weakness gradually become so severe that you are unable to complete your daily activities?
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You need an appointment within the next 1 to 2 weeks if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
- Yes
Have you had mild to moderate muscle weakness that has not improved after 2 weeks of home treatment?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Last updated: | February 27, 2007 |
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| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS |
| Reviewed By: | William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine, Colin Chalk, MD, CM, FRCPC - Neurology |
| Editors: | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA, Tracy Landauer |
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