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What happens if you get a lot of foot cramps is that a sign of a lack of potassium?

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Dr. Arnold Beresh answered

Can be: It could also be from dehydration, overuse syndrome of lack of foot support when walking or running.

Answered 7/26/2014

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A member asked:

What happens if you get a lot of foot cramps is that a sign of a lack of potassium?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Arnold Beresh answered

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