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I have venous insufficiency and factor v leiden mutation. what can do for debilitating leg/body cramps? (pcp has ruled out the usual causal suspects.)

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Dr. Kenneth Merriman answered

? magnesium suppleme: Might try a magnesium supplement 2x/ day unlikely to harm and it could be of some help.

Answered 2/4/2014

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A member asked:

I have venous insufficiency and factor v leiden mutation. what can do for debilitating leg/body cramps? (pcp has ruled out the usual causal suspects.)

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Kenneth Merriman answered

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