Symptoms

[jessica4352]

Hello there.  I am very confused about some symptoms I'm having.  I'm currently being tested for several different things, including diabetes.  I have an abnormal heart beat, I am fatigued ALL day long, my hands shake when I move them up and down; plus they feel weaker then usual.  I have leg pains which are similiar to growing pains (I can't still be growing though) , mostly during my menstrual cycle, or after I drink alcohol.  Also several strands fall out of my hair at a time whenever I run my fingers through my hair.  My legs sometimes feel really heavy when I walk, making it harder to climb stairs.  What would your professional opinion be?

Sincerely,
Jess

[Anita Ramsetty, MD]

Hi,
I agree that the first thing should be a thyroid check for either an over- or under-active thyroid. Diabetes, nutritional deficiencies(example vitamin D, vitamin B) and anemias can also be at the root.  I am afraid that your symptoms can overlap in many different conditions so I cannot tell you with certainty what your diagnosis is based on your description.
Definitely ensure you have a thorough physical exam and continue following up with your doctor about this soon so that the cause can be found and treated.
Take care and get rest when you can.

[momtofourboys]

Hi Jess,
I am not a doctor or not even a nurse, but it sounds to a degree that you are describing a thyroid problem. fatigues, the heart. have you had that checked?
Good luck I hope you can get answers soon
Michelle