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As soon as i got home from work i took a few gulps of water and was overcome by the worst cramps i have ever had. i had to crouch down and hold my stomach for a few minutes. i could only take small breath, shallow breaths and when they finally subsided i

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COLD: liquids can cause a "gastro-colic" REFLEX...that is BAD CRAMPS ,,,,this happens when you are hot, or in a hurry ...or stressed out!! AVOID GULPS! Hope this helps you to avoid this happening again! BE WELL Dr Z

Answered 5/9/2015

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A member asked:

As soon as i got home from work i took a few gulps of water and was overcome by the worst cramps i have ever had. i had to crouch down and hold my stomach for a few minutes. i could only take small breath, shallow breaths and when they finally subsided i

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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