LS1982
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I know this same topic has probably been posted a million times but here goes with my story anyway.
Im a 29 year old male, average build and in good health until recently.
In December of last year i noticed a severe itch on my third toe on the left foot, for which I could never relieve even by scratching. It drove me insane, not a big problem I thought.
3 weeks ago however I noticed nagging pains in both of my legs for which was accompanied by mild twitches. I attended the docs for which he took bloods and tested reflexes, strength etc. Everything came back fine. The following week however the symptoms got worse and I began to get cramps in my thighs and calves (both legs). He then put me on amitriptyline for which I have taken for 7 days now. Once again this past week my symptoms have become worse and unbearable with my thighs, calves and buttocks feeling so tight to move and the fasciculations are still there.
I feel as though my muscles are being attacked and are bruised, my toe itch has increased and I now get a slight one on my right toes and the stamina in my muscles is poor. I am getting slight fasciculations in the arms and other parts but not noticeable compared to my legs. There is no pain at all in these other areas.
I have a family history of ALS (grandparent) for which concerns me but my family doctor ruled this out last week. I just dont know what to do as this appears to be taking hold of me right now :-(
This is driving me crazy but my Doc doesnt appear too concerned.
Any advice would be welcomed and appreciated. Thank you for your time.
Im a 29 year old male, average build and in good health until recently.
In December of last year i noticed a severe itch on my third toe on the left foot, for which I could never relieve even by scratching. It drove me insane, not a big problem I thought.
3 weeks ago however I noticed nagging pains in both of my legs for which was accompanied by mild twitches. I attended the docs for which he took bloods and tested reflexes, strength etc. Everything came back fine. The following week however the symptoms got worse and I began to get cramps in my thighs and calves (both legs). He then put me on amitriptyline for which I have taken for 7 days now. Once again this past week my symptoms have become worse and unbearable with my thighs, calves and buttocks feeling so tight to move and the fasciculations are still there.
I feel as though my muscles are being attacked and are bruised, my toe itch has increased and I now get a slight one on my right toes and the stamina in my muscles is poor. I am getting slight fasciculations in the arms and other parts but not noticeable compared to my legs. There is no pain at all in these other areas.
I have a family history of ALS (grandparent) for which concerns me but my family doctor ruled this out last week. I just dont know what to do as this appears to be taking hold of me right now :-(
This is driving me crazy but my Doc doesnt appear too concerned.
Any advice would be welcomed and appreciated. Thank you for your time.