Quadriceps muscle weakness
Weakness of the quadriceps muscle (that is, of the muscle fasciculus of quadriceps femoris).
Also called: Quadriceps weakness.
Conditions associated with quadriceps muscle weakness
The following conditions have been associated with quadriceps muscle weakness in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Adenylosuccinate synthetase-like 1-related distal myopathy
Adenylosuccinate synthetase-like 1-related distal myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with ...
Autosomal dominant Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 2A2
Autosomal dominant Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 2A2 is a medical condition that may be associated with var...
Autosomal dominant Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 2Y
Autosomal dominant Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 2Y is a medical condition that may be associated with vari...
Autosomal dominant progressive external ophthalmoplegia
Autosomal dominant progressive external ophthalmoplegia is a medical condition that may be associated with var...
Autosomal recessive Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease with hoarseness
Autosomal recessive Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease with hoarseness is a medical condition that may be associated ...
Bethlem muscular dystrophy
Bethlem muscular dystrophy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 4A
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 4A is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and si...
Miyoshi myopathy
Miyoshi 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....
autosomal recessive limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 2H
Autosomal recessive limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 2H (LGMD2H) is a mild subtype of autosomal recessive l...
myofibrillar myopathy 2
Any autosomal dominant distal myopathy in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the CRYAB gene....
myopathy, myofibrillar, 9, with early respiratory failure
myopathy, myofibrillar, 9, with early respiratory failure is a medical condition that may be associated with v...
nemaline myopathy 5C, autosomal dominant
nemaline myopathy 5C, autosomal dominant is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms a...
Tests providers may use to investigate quadriceps muscle weakness
When investigating quadriceps 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 quadriceps 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 quadriceps 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 quadriceps muscle weakness mean?
Quadriceps muscle weakness is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Weakness of the quadriceps muscle (that is, of the muscle fasciculus of quadriceps femoris).
Which conditions are associated with quadriceps muscle weakness?
Quadriceps muscle weakness has been reported in association with 14 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Adenylosuccinate synthetase-like 1-related distal myopathy, Autosomal dominant Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 2A2, Autosomal dominant Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 2Y, Autosomal dominant progressive external ophthalmoplegia, Autosomal recessive Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease with hoarseness. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about quadriceps 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.