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hand weakness

StuckAtHome
StuckAtHome
My right hand has been on and off weak and "sloppy" feeling when I try to type or do anything requiring strength or dexterity. I've been under alot of stress lately but I've never really noticed it like this before now. Do any of the rest of you have this? Do I report it as a new symptom?
frusciante
frusciante
Oh yes! I've had weakness in my hands as well as numbness and tingling... I get weak almost everywhere, it's rather annoying, I would def report it as a new symptom. I'm in the middle of a flare up and I can not grip or hold anything for the life of me :( Hope your weakness goes away!!
xaviermom74
xaviermom74
I have been searching the board for this topic, I noticed my right hand was not as strong as my left and of course I write, drive and do everything with this hand. Very annoying.
lorrieonline
lorrieonline
It's a good idea to keep track of all your symptoms and share them with the neuro. Worst case scenario, he would tell you it is a case for the GP or something. Mine likes to know of everything - you never know what is relevant to the neuro but hopefully, they do. :)
smathie2
smathie2
I've had this problem. I couldn't sign my name legibly for a few weeks last winter. I could barely make out my own hand writing.

The problem did sort itself out on it's own reasonably fast. It was more a nuisance than anything. You can report this to your neuro right away, but there isn't anything he can do.

Just make a list of things to bring up with your neuro for your next appointment.

If it does worsen, then call.
MillieMacMissy
MillieMacMissy
I've had the problem w/ my right hand and right ankle. They both feel weak and tremor @ times. I've not called my neuro b/c until I cannot walk or write, I'll just add that to my list for my neuro who I will see in October. It never stays for 24 hrs. so I've just pushed it under the rug. Not saying that is the right thing but it's what I do. I do wish you well though.
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