U.S. doctors online nowAsk doctors free
BD
A 22-year-old male asked:

Dear doc, sometimes my muscles cramps alot.what might be the reason?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Pavel Conovalciuc
Dr. Pavel Conovalciucanswered
Family Medicine 25 years experience
Multiple: Unfortunately, there is no simple answer to your concern. While electrolyte (potassium, magnesium) disturbances are often blamed for muscle cramps, frequently the reason remains unidentified even after rigorous work up. If there is no identifiable cause, i'd focus on symptomatic treatment - passive calf stretching exercises, keeping yourself well hydrated, avoiding excessive physical activity, etc.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
Learn how we can help
4.4k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Thank

Related questions

A 61-year-old female asked:
A fall caused a crack in my kneecap while out-of-town. I waited a week to see the doc. I have extreme muscle cramps in my thigh. Is that a concern?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
A 28-year-old male asked:
Bedtime muscle cramps and spasms. Only at night. Severe. Being put on a low dose of diazepam. I think carisoprodol but my docs a shrink. Advice?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
A 23-year-old female asked:
37 weeks pregnant with muscle cramp on right side. Went to my doc & everything is fine. Just a pulled ligament. Even hurts when baby moves on that side.?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
A 76-year-old female asked:
Pain back legs 2 calfs & occ 1 knee prim doc says its muscle. I need test 2 find cause. It came on 4 no.reason Sd i seek orthopedic dr & sd i hv MRI?
1 doctor answer • 4 doctors weighed in
A female asked:
Hello doc My hubby keeps getting a chest and left hand ache on & off, wot cud the prob be doc? Cud it be a muscle cramp or sumthing 2 b worried about?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Last updated Mar 7, 2014

People also asked

Can high dose diuretics cause severe muscle cramps, low iron and low iron saturation? Can any docs explain?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
What muscle relaxant would docs recommend for menstrual cramps?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Symptoms/Side effects: nerve and muscle pain/cramps/seizures (on meds)/memory issues/fatigue/headaches/eczema rashes . . . Diagnosiss: Epilepsy/Scoliosis/Anemia/GAD/Depression . . . Meds: prozac/remeron/lamotrigine/prozac. What should I ask my Doc?
1 doctor answer • 10 doctors weighed in
Does white vinegar help relieve muscle cramps/spasms? Went to ER last night for the body spasms. ( post thyroidectomy 5/31) the doc said test were ok
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
I am deathly allergic to Sulfa meds, my doc just scribed me MELOXICAM for back pain & muscle cramps , does it have sulfa in it?
2 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
Talk to a doctor now
24/7 visits - just $44!
50% off with $15/month membership

Disclaimer:

Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.

Get the Free App for Members

Get the Free App for Doctors

HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
TermsPrivacyCookiesDMCA
Copyright 2023 HealthTap, Inc.