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Generalized muscle weakness Report
Muscle weakness, also known as muscle fatigue, (or "lack of strength") refers to the inability to exert force with one's skeletal muscles. Weakness often follows muscle atrophy and a decrease in activity, such as after a long bout of bedrest as a result of an illness.
What we've learned from patients who report Generalized muscle weakness
Symptom severities
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Severe
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7 |  |
|---|---|---|
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Moderate
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12 |  |
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Mild
|
7 |  |
What patients report taking for the purpose of treating Generalized muscle weakness
| Reason | # Patients | Percentage of patients | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warm water therapy | 2 |  |
|
| Diet and exercise | 1 | |
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| Pure Creatine | 1 | |
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| Wii Fit Plus | 1 | |
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| Not Driving | 1 | |
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| Creatine Monohydrate | 1 | |
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| Physiotherapy | 1 | |
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| Divine Mercy Chaplet Prayer | 1 | |
Report created on February 11, 2012.