Clinical Review

Diffuse Muscle Weakness: The Toxicologist's Approach

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A woman cannot walk and has weakness and dyspnea. While there are numerous potential etiologies, certain elements of her history and workup are key to establishing a diagnosis. Possible toxicologic and nontoxicologic origins are addressed.


 

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