Question 1

what causes cramp in legs?

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Complex: The differential diagnosis includes lack of sufficient arterial flow,  side effects from medications e.g. Statin, electrolyte deficiencies i.e. Low potassium, calcium, or magnesium.

Question 2

what could cause legs cramps?

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Many things: This is a problem that necessitates a face-to-face meeting with your doctor.  This will allow him/her to examine you, ask specific questions. And possibly order tests to find out what's wrong and what to do to help you.

Question 3

what can i use for calf leg cramps?

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: Leg cramps can be from mineral issues, problems with nerves, muscles,  or circulation.  We need more information to address this better, but for health advice, you should see your primary care doctor

Question 4

what causes severe cramp in your legs?

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Cramps: Cramping in the legs and feet could result from poor blood flow, dehydration, or biomechanical and electrolyte imbalances.  I would recommend evaluation by a physician if this persists.

Question 5

what is causing my legs to suddenly cramp?

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Many things: It could be from overuse, dehydration, poor vitamin and mineral balance.

Question 6

how to avoid getting night cramps in legs?

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Night cramps: are caused by deficiency of magnesium or calcium or both

Question 7

what to do if i continue getting cramp on my legs?

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Cramps: Find out the cause and then treat that.

Question 8

what can i do for legs cramps in middle of the night. ?

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Stay well hydrated: And be more ambulatory rathet than sedentary, most of the time it is due to dehydration or deconditioning, rarely due to low potassium, then bananas would help, if still having problems, see your doctor, wish you well

Question 9

hi, i have major cramps in my legs any idea what this can be?

Accepted Answer

More details needed: Leg cramps can indicate that there is either an electrolyte imbalance involving Magnesium, Calcium or Phosphate (muscle cramps, tightening or spasm) , or that there is a vascular issue involving a blood clot (pain, discoloration, deep soreness). A physical exam and imaging can determine the underlying condition. Treatment involves supplementation or thrombolytics.

Question 10

i'm suffering from night time leg cramps in the lower calf. remedies?

Accepted Answer

Yes: These types of cramps are usually inadequate dietary salt intake. Pregnant women can suffer from these as their body water increases leading a to a reduction in sodium in the blood. Increased dietary salt intake usually helps.

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