Question 1

ive been doing a very low carb diet for a long time now i eat protein and fats and all my blood tests and electrolytes have been good. i get severe muscle cramps all over my body everytime i do physical activity. can very low carb diet cause this?

Accepted Answer

: It is rather unusual  for this diet to cause this. It is a good idea to have a diet balanced in proteins, carbohydrates and fats for the body needs and uses them all. So I suggest you do that and take a multivite. If symptoms persist you would need re=evaluation for cause. Hope you feel better

Question 2

can muscle cramps over most of the body be caused by parasites? doesn't seem to be magnesium related.

Accepted Answer

Cramps : Are also caused by lack of potassium,  calcium, and dehydration.  Parasites seem like an unlikely answer.

Question 3

what could be the cause of constant, brief muscle cramps throughout the body?

Accepted Answer

Muscle cramps: Possibly infection, usually viral especially if that's been present for a short period of time. If it's been going on for a while, you will need to discuss it with your doc and a work up might be  suggested.

Question 4

which nerve in body causes calf cramps and ankle cramps? im not having back pain. im taking daily magnesium and that seems to help my muscle cramps somewhat after taking it so not sure if its magnesium or a nerve problem

Accepted Answer

Not really one nerve: Leg cramps are common in people with and without medical disorders, which means having leg cramps is not specific enough to lead a person to a diagnosis. A person can get more leg cramps if there is:  muscle fatigue, physical inactivity, liver/kidney/thyroid disorder, diabetes, dietary imbalance, osteoarthritis, Parkinson disease, pregnancy, spinal stenosis, nerve damage or abnormality, etc,...

Question 5

what kind of conditions can cause , constant fatigue , muscle cramps , excessive sweating , body pain (exertion) , chest pain , shoulder pain and more?

Accepted Answer

Multiple: There are several diseases including hyperthyroidism  (excessive thyroid production) and  heart failure.  I would recommend you to visit your doctor and have some blood work done.

Question 6

i have problems with muscle cramps all over my body. i stay hydrated and have even taken potassium pills and eat bananas and still can't stop them.

Accepted Answer

Other possibilities: Other mineral problems can cause muscle cramps, not just low potassium. Have a full blood panel done including magnesium levels. Some medications can cause muscle cramps as a side effect; for example, statin medications to lower cholesterol can do this. There can be other disorders of the muscles themselves, inflammatory conditions, even low thyroid may cause your symptoms. See your doctor soon.

Question 7

what are the causes of muscle cramps and how do you eliminate them?

Accepted Answer

H20: Make sure you are getting enough water.. Also consider a banana as that helps.

Question 8

why am i getting sudden and repititve muscle cramps throughout my body? it just started today and it is off and on.

Accepted Answer

Muscle cramps: Repetitive muscle cramps/irritability may be due to deficiency of magnesium,calcium,sodium, or  potassium. Drink some tomato juice with a little table salt sprinkled in it. If symptoms persist,consult your physician for evaluation and appropriate tests will be ordered.

Question 9

could either metromine or lovastatin cause muscle cramps?

Accepted Answer

No, but: Metromine is chlorpheniramine, a systemic antihistamine. It does not cause muscle cramps. Lovastatin, a "statin" (an hmg reductase co-enzyme inhibitor) also doesn't cause muscle cramps but can cause diffuse, flu-like, muscle aching. Lowering the dose often relieves it. A 2 week drug holiday can help determine if it's contributing to muscle pain if you're uncertain.

Question 10

please tell me, could anxiety cause muscle cramps?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Muscle tension often goes hand in hand with anxiety. Some people experience cramping in association with panic attacks. Take care.

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Ive been doing a very low carb diet for a long time now i eat protein and fats and all my blood tests and electrolytes have been good. i get severe muscle cramps all over my body everytime i do physical activity. can very low carb diet cause this?

A member asked:

Can muscle cramps over most of the body be caused by parasites? doesn't seem to be magnesium related.

A member asked:

What could be the cause of constant, brief muscle cramps throughout the body?

A member asked:

Which nerve in body causes calf cramps and ankle cramps? im not having back pain. im taking daily magnesium and that seems to help my muscle cramps somewhat after taking it so not sure if its magnesium or a nerve problem

A member asked:

What kind of conditions can cause , constant fatigue , muscle cramps , excessive sweating , body pain (exertion) , chest pain , shoulder pain and more?

A member asked:

I have problems with muscle cramps all over my body. i stay hydrated and have even taken potassium pills and eat bananas and still can't stop them.

A member asked:

What are the causes of muscle cramps and how do you eliminate them?

A member asked:

Why am i getting sudden and repititve muscle cramps throughout my body? it just started today and it is off and on.

A member asked:

Could either metromine or lovastatin cause muscle cramps?

A member asked:

Please tell me, could anxiety cause muscle cramps?

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