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Why is it that i get leg cramps almost every night?

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Dr. David Trettin answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

See your pcp: Difficult to say without examination. I would reccommend seeing your primary care physician for evaluation and treatment. Your symptoms are suggestive of "restless leg syndrome " and there is effective medication available by prescription for this condition. Best of luck!

Answered 7/10/2014

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