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I keep getting calf cramps at night. i wake up to pee and could barely walk to the washroom. after a while my cramps go away. i am not sure why!
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Possibilities are: Muscle strain, electrolyte abnormalities(low potassium), circulation problem (less likely).Get examined.
Answered 3/18/2013
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Consult foctor: Another possibility is restless legs syndrome. Make an appointment with your doctor or neurologist.
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