Generalized weakness is one of the most commonmedical complaints of seniorsin the U.S.
It is characterized by muscle weakness throughout the body.
We call itruling outthe problems.
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Causes
Generalized weakness is most often related to fatigueor low blood pressure.
It can be also be related to endocrine problems.
The only way to fix the weakness is to treat the underlying cause.
Usually, that means moving the patient out of the house.
Many of the same causes of general weakness lead to things likefaintingand some of the treatments might help.
You could even think of general weakness as slow-motion fainting.
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