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I have severe leg cramps from the waistline to my knees... it's been getting worse what can i do? about this
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Not enough details: Leg cramps can be caused from sciatica or herniated lumbar disc or peripheral vascular insufficiency and decreased blood flow or even blood clots in the leg there may be other symptoms that can point to one cause over other also duration of symptoms may be helpful so please see your primary care doctor who can diagnose your problem good luck.
Answered 4/24/2015
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