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What can i do to relieve very intinse leg cramps or muscle spasms? like someway without buying medicines? my stepdad works all day on his feet and has diabetes. when he lays down of the evening hes havin very intense and painful cramps in his legs and d
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Muscle : Muscle spasms that occur after intense activity points to a few possible causes. Dehydration is one possibility especially if also associted with low potassium or magnesium. This particularly common in patients who take diuretics(water pills) to control high blood pressure. The simplest thing to try is to have him eat a banana earlier in the day. Drink lots of water throughout the day, and possibly try a bottle of gatorade to replenish minerals after work.
Answered 10/3/2016
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See phlebologist: Leg cramping is a common symptom of venous incompetence. Go to www.Phlebology.Org and see a phlebologist close to you who can evaluate the dad's legs and advise you.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Have it evaluated.: If you are having "intense", "painful cramps" you should have it evaluated as soon as possible.
Answered 9/28/2016
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