Question 1

i am getting charlie horses at night on the the top of my foot running up to my shin, waht coymd be causing this?

Accepted Answer

Several posibilities: The most likely is that you are sleeping in some position in which the muscles, because of lack of movement, or pressure on them from bedclothing, are stressed and cramping.  Loosen up the bedclothes and change the position in which you sleep and see if that helps.  If not, and you have any risks for vascular disease, see a doctor.  Good luck.

Question 2

what causes extreme charley horse pain on shin? combined with sweating and nausea?

Accepted Answer

Muscle cramps: This can range from muscle fatigue if you are a runner.   This usually resolves with a short period of rest 1-2 weeks and changing shoes. 

But if associated with nausea and sweating could indicate dehydration.  If you have abdominal cramps associated you should see your primary physician or goto the emergency room.

Question 3

on a horse halfway, it bolted out the stall, i smacked my shin into the metal door. 4 inch long impact cut on my shin. hurts to walk, bone aches. ?

Accepted Answer

What is your questio: You need to see a doctor. Consider tetanus prophylaxis and repair of the laceration asap.

Question 4

had shin cramps at night. first left leg then both. eventually subsided. should i worry about dvt? this wasn't typical calf charlie horse.

Accepted Answer

DVT Risk Factors: There are several risk factors for Deep Venous Thrombosis. These are defined by Virchow's Triad: Stasis, Injury, and Hypercoagulability. If you have been sedentary, had an injury/operation, history of a blood clotting disorder, these are risk factors. Since you have severe cramps, it would be a good idea to have an exam by your physician who can perform a doppler examination to rule out DVT.

Question 5

can dyshidrotic eczema be located on top of hands & shins? hubby has seen drs. no answers creams don't seem to work. hand itches, cracks & scabs over

Accepted Answer

NO: Dyshidrotic  eczema presents on palms & soles. You need to see a dermatologist. You do not specify which cream was tried. That is very important as some are 1000x more potent than others. Probably he needs an ointment.

Question 6

terrible charley horse 2 nights ago outer side of shin, ankle & up front leg. pain is still pretty bad. anxious about a dvt. already on blood thinners no prior dvt, but pain won't go away. can dvt present in outer shin or is pain from initial spasm?

Accepted Answer

: No, your symptom is not consistent with a DVT, especially you are taking blood thinner. Pain due to a severe cramping at an unusual place may persist for a couple days. You should try tylenol for the next 24 hours.

Question 7

how long does leg pain last after a charley horse?

Accepted Answer

Some times long: Time( few days), some times few minutes, it depends on the amount damage to the muscle for the charley horse some time minimum and some time there is major damage.

Question 8

what are treatment and causes for a charlie horse in shins

Accepted Answer

Refer to answer: Treatment is rest, ice and stretch. Reduce your sport activity by 50 percent, and wait till your charlie horse goes away, then increase activity in a very  graded fashion. Causes are sudden increase in activity, running, jogging, and marching.Main cause is sudden increase in size of muscle within a compartment that does not expand suddenly.

Question 9

i have a charlie horse in my leg can't stand up?

Accepted Answer

Get to the ER: You don't say why you are on prednisone.  You could have a new compression fracture in your spine.   Your electrolytes could be off. Not being able to stand up is a bit of a deal breaker and makes this an emergency.

Question 10

i have scabs on my leg that wont heal and its surrounded by dark spots?

Accepted Answer

See md: Non healing lesions should be evaluated, cultured and possible biopsied. It is impossible to tell form description.

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I am getting charlie horses at night on the the top of my foot running up to my shin, waht coymd be causing this?

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What causes extreme charley horse pain on shin? combined with sweating and nausea?

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On a horse halfway, it bolted out the stall, i smacked my shin into the metal door. 4 inch long impact cut on my shin. hurts to walk, bone aches. ?

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Had shin cramps at night. first left leg then both. eventually subsided. should i worry about dvt? this wasn't typical calf charlie horse.

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Can dyshidrotic eczema be located on top of hands & shins? hubby has seen drs. no answers creams don't seem to work. hand itches, cracks & scabs over

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Terrible charley horse 2 nights ago outer side of shin, ankle & up front leg. pain is still pretty bad. anxious about a dvt. already on blood thinners no prior dvt, but pain won't go away. can dvt present in outer shin or is pain from initial spasm?

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How long does leg pain last after a charley horse?

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What are treatment and causes for a charlie horse in shins

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I have a charlie horse in my leg can't stand up?

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I have scabs on my leg that wont heal and its surrounded by dark spots?

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