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A member asked:

My toes twist in the evenings giving severe pain. what is it and what could be done about it? i have swelling below the knees.

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Few things: Come to mind: 1) night cramp 2) nerve compression 3) restless leg syndrome 4) vitamin deficiency I.e magnesium 5) dehydration

Dr Italia agreed

Answered 3/5/2015

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