Lack of strength; Muscle weakness
Follow prescribed therapy for treating the underlying cause of the weakness.
Call your doctor if you have:
The doctor will examine you and ask...
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Weakness is a reduction in the strength of one or more muscles.Alternative NamesLack of strength; Muscle weaknessConsiderationsWeakness may be... Read more »
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