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Severe pain in both my legs, worse in this heat?

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Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

Hydrate: Yourself, replenish electrolytes if we're sweating. Try eating a banana to get some potassium. If symptoms persist consult your doc.

Answered 8/5/2012

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