Upper limb muscle weakness
Weakness of the muscles of the arms.
What is Upper limb muscle weakness?
Upper limb muscle weakness is a symptom that people may experience for many reasons. It can be related to infections, chronic conditions, injuries, medication effects, or other health changes. The presence of this symptom alone does not diagnose any condition.
If you have Upper limb muscle weakness that is severe, persistent, or accompanied by other warning signs, contact a qualified healthcare provider.
Possible conditions associated with Upper limb muscle weakness
The following conditions have been associated with Upper limb muscle weakness. Only a health professional can determine the underlying cause.
Acute transverse myelitis
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Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
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Charcot-Marie-tooth disease, axonal, type 2JJ
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Encephalitis lethargica
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Hereditary motor and sensory neuropathy, Okinawa type
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Late-infantile/juvenile Krabbe disease
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Meningioma
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Poliomyelitis
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Postsynaptic congenital myasthenic syndrome
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When to seek medical care
Seek urgent care if Upper limb muscle weakness is severe, sudden, or occurs with chest pain, difficulty breathing, confusion, severe weakness, or other serious symptoms.