Axial muscle weakness
Reduced strength of the axial musculature (i.e., of the muscles of the head and neck, spine, and ribs).
Conditions associated with axial muscle weakness
The following conditions have been associated with axial muscle weakness in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Alpha-B crystallin-related late-onset myopathy
Alpha-B crystallin-related late-onset myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
Bethlem muscular dystrophy
Bethlem muscular dystrophy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Bethlem myopathy 1A
Bethlem myopathy 1A is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Congenital multicore myopathy with external ophthalmoplegia
Congenital multicore myopathy with external ophthalmoplegia is a medical condition that may be associated with...
Desminopathy
Desminopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
GMPPB-related limb-girdle muscular dystrophy R19
GMPPB-related limb-girdle muscular dystrophy R19 is a medical condition that may be associated with various sy...
Immune-mediated necrotizing myopathy
Immune-mediated necrotizing myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and s...
Oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy
Oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and sig...
Proximal myotonic myopathy
Proximal myotonic myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Proximal spinal muscular atrophy
Proximal spinal muscular atrophy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Pure mitochondrial myopathy
Pure mitochondrial myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Synaptic congenital myasthenic syndrome
Synaptic congenital myasthenic syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms an...
Typical nemaline myopathy
Typical nemaline myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
congenital muscular dystrophy due to LMNA mutation
Congenital muscular dystrophy due to LMNA mutation is a rare congenital muscular dystrophy characterized by pr...
congenital myasthenic syndrome 9
Any congenital myasthenic syndrome in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the MUSK gene....
congenital myopathy 10b, mild variant
congenital myopathy 10b, mild variant is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and ...
congenital myopathy 22A, classic
congenital myopathy 22A, classic is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
hypotonia, infantile, with psychomotor retardation and characteristic facies 3
A rare, genetic, syndromic intellectual disability characterized by usually profound intellectual disability w...
multiple mitochondrial dysfunctions syndrome 10
multiple mitochondrial dysfunctions syndrome 10 is a medical condition that may be associated with various sym...
multiple mitochondrial dysfunctions syndrome 9b
A mitochondrial dysfunction syndrome in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the FDXR gene. It is c...
muscular dystrophy, limb-girdle, autosomal recessive 28
muscular dystrophy, limb-girdle, autosomal recessive 28 is a medical condition that may be associated with var...
muscular dystrophy, limb-girdle, autosomal recessive 29
muscular dystrophy, limb-girdle, autosomal recessive 29 is a medical condition that may be associated with var...
myofibrillar myopathy 6
Selcen type muscular dystrophy is characterized by progressive limb and axial muscle weakness associated with ...
oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy 2
oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy 2 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and s...
progressive external ophthalmoplegia with mitochondrial dna deletions, autosomal recessive 6
progressive external ophthalmoplegia with mitochondrial dna deletions, autosomal recessive 6 is a medical cond...
Tests providers may use to investigate axial muscle weakness
When investigating axial muscle weakness, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside axial muscle weakness
Constipation
Infrequent or difficult evacuation of feces....
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
Dysphagia
Difficulty in swallowing....
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Muscle weakness
Reduced strength of muscles....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if axial muscle weakness is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom axial muscle weakness mean?
Axial muscle weakness is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Reduced strength of the axial musculature (i.e., of the muscles of the head and neck, spine, and ribs).
Which conditions are associated with axial muscle weakness?
Axial muscle weakness has been reported in association with 25 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Alpha-B crystallin-related late-onset myopathy, Bethlem muscular dystrophy, Bethlem myopathy 1A, Congenital multicore myopathy with external ophthalmoplegia, Desminopathy. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about axial muscle weakness?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.