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I have sharp pain and cramping in and around my thighs going down my legs at times , what could this be
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A few things: Sharp pain and cramping could be dehydration, muscular, vascular or neurologic. Start with fluids, simple stretches of the back, hip and thigh muscles for a few days. If it does not improve or you are getting worse-do not wait, see you doctor.
Answered 4/24/2019
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