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I'm a 56 year old M.D. 2 months ago, my wife, also 56, noticed a fasciculation in her thumb which has progressed to bilateral calf, foot, buttock, and to a lesser degree, abdominal twitches with some calf cramping. No weakness. Neurologist was not impressed, no EMG done. About 6 weeks after her symptoms started, I began to have fasciculations, mostly right calf and foot, but also bilateral (left leg, foot), and some in abdomen and now arms. I also have cramping, mostly in feet and calves. My feet also hurt upon walking, I believe similar to plantar fasciitis. Neither of us have any objective weakness; we've done every conceivable strength, balance, heel, toe walking, foot drop test, etc. I haven't had an EMG either, but was told by a trusted neurologist friend that it can change from negative to positive.
Any thoughts on the above, and the possibility of a viral explanation for our symptoms occurring within weeks of each other? I've read about a possible viral cause of BFCS. Thanks.
Any thoughts on the above, and the possibility of a viral explanation for our symptoms occurring within weeks of each other? I've read about a possible viral cause of BFCS. Thanks.