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Non-Specific Leg Weakness – Medication Induced?

Med Ed 101

A 72 year old male has a past medical history of CHF, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, GERD, and osteoarthritis. He has had complaints of non-specific leg weakness. The post Non-Specific Leg WeaknessMedication Induced? Current […].

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3 things to avoid when taking furosemide

The Checkup by Singlecare

But It can also occur due to certain medical conditions , like liver, heart, or kidney problems. It belongs to a class of medications called loop diuretics. Diuretics, also known as water pills, increase urine output, says Denise Pate , MD, a board-certified physician and medical director at Medical Offices of Manhattan in New York.

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Muscle Wasting and Hashimoto’s

The Thyroid Pharmacist

In my own practice, many of my clients have had some form of muscle complaint, often involving muscle loss, muscle weakness, pain, and/or cramps. Interestingly, my male clients reported more muscle loss/weakness, while female clients reported more symptoms of pain, cramps, and weight gain.

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8 Benefits of the Infrared Sauna That Can Reduce Symptoms of Hashimoto’s and Hypothyroidism

The Thyroid Pharmacist

I had tingling in my arms and legs, fatigue , hair loss , mood changes, tremors, and brain fog … My symptoms were very much aligned with toxicity, and though I didn’t have access to test my level of heavy metals, I decided I wanted to do something about it. I love that saunas offer us a non-invasive way to keep our skin glowing and youthful!

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How Supporting the Liver Is Key to Recovering from Thyroid Disease

The Thyroid Pharmacist

Or, you may invest in some supplements and medications, only to discover you have an adverse reaction to them. Many of my clients who have reported chemical sensitivities and allergies to different foods and medications, would frequently react to just about any benign and helpful supplement that I would give them.

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10 Facts About Thyroid Disease

The Thyroid Pharmacist

Other common causes include postpartum-induced hypothyroidism (4.7 percent), hypothyroidism caused by the medication amiodarone (4 percent), and pregnancy-related immune changes (about 0.09 Other common causes include postpartum-induced hypothyroidism (4.7 percent of people. percent of women per year). [1]

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How Does Carnitine Support Hashimoto’s?

The Thyroid Pharmacist

I have my clients and readers, family members, my own body, wonderful colleagues, and access to the latest medical research to help! I also have a very personal connection – my own postpartum muscle weakness, aches, and pains were reversed with carnitine! In research, it has been shown to resolve muscle weakness and soreness. (6-8)