Arthralgias and myalgias (muscle spasms, fasciculations and prolonged contractions) may be extremely distressing for patients. New anti-epileptic drugs, particularly gabapentin and pregabalin, have proven to be safe and effective in the treatment of taxane-induced neurotoxicity. Experiencing persistent arthralgias and myalgias?

Understanding the Context

Understand the systemic causes, from viruses to autoimmune conditions, and learn key diagnostic steps. Get relief now. The New England Journal of Medicine: Case 13-2022: A 56-Year-Old Man with Myalgias, Fever, and Bradycardia Dr. Shaan Khurshid: A 56-year-old man presented to this hospital in early autumn with a 1-month history of myalgias and fever.

Key Insights

Approximately 4 weeks before the current presentation, the patient began ... The New England Journal of Medicine: Case 20-2018: A 64-Year-Old Man with Fever, Arthralgias, and Testicular Pain Dr. Jaime L. Schneider (Medicine): A 64-year-old man was admitted to this hospital with a 2-week history of fever, chills, arthralgias, abdominal and testicular pain, and leukocytosis. Twenty-five ...

Final Thoughts

The New England Journal of Medicine: Case 24-2025: A 32-Year-Old Woman with Fatigue and Myalgias Dr. Julian S. Haimovich: A 32-year-old woman was evaluated at this hospital because of fatigue and myalgias. Two and a half years before the current presentation, the patient had fatigue, headache, ...