Differential diagnosis of weakness--a common geriatric symptom
Gordon, M.
Geriatrics 41(4): 75-80
1986
ISSN/ISBN: 0016-867X PMID: 3949169 Document Number: 280152
Weakness can result from diuretics causing azotemia and hypokalemia, whereas psychotropic drugs are often implicated as a cause of impaired emotional and physical drive. Peripheral neuropathy may lead to weakness of limbs. In the elderly, common causes include diabetes mellitus and alcoholism.
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