Question:
Uncontrollable shaking in arms/hands - help!
Last night I went to the store, feeling fine. Came home and brought what few groceries I did, in the house. I went to the bathroom to wash my face, and I started to shake. Felt like inside was shaking and visibly my hands were shaking as well. My husband (who is "naturally" thin said it might be because the items were too heavy, and this made a reaction with my muscles in my arms, like spasms - has anyone else had this happen before? As soon as it started I was drained completely - had to lay on right arm (shaking the most) so it would calm down! Open RNY 8/5/03 244/158 — Maryjean (posted on February 12, 2004)
February 12, 2004
How long had it been since you had eaten? I know some folks develop
hypoglycemia after WLS and from what I understand, that can cause some
serious shaking. I have had a similar experience when I had gone without
eating for several hours then exerted myself. It cleared right up after I
ate something though. You might have your doctor check for hyglycemia.
— SCbabe B.
February 12, 2004
It might be low potassium too. Potassium is vital to muscles (if I
understand correctly). The first six months I ended up in the ER twice for
low potassium. IT is VERY dangerous. Do check it out with a blood test or
ask your doc. I think it's possible to have a heart attack with low
potassium. But I could be wrong. I get the shakes and take potassium pills
right away.
— Danmark
February 12, 2004
Hi--You need to see your doctor, hon. Either of the previous posters could
be right, although low potassium usually causes cramps rather than
shakes...but, he's right, it can cause a heart attack. Low B12 could be
the culprit, too. In any case, it needs to be checked, and soon. Hope you
feel better soon.
— Linda S.
February 12, 2004
This happens to me when my blood sugar drops. For me, it generally happens
if I'm not eating right, ie. I've eaten a high carb meal with minimal
protein, then awhile later I get the crash. Gets me right back on track
with the protein!
— mom2jtx3
February 13, 2004
I have a friend that is a diabetic and she gets shakes when her sugar is
too low. This matter needs to be brought to the attention of your doctor.
— Carolyn B.
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