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How long do heat cramps last? having a lot of cramping in my calves and abdomen after a weekend in extreme heat. it is difficult to move around.

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Dr. Tipu Sultan answered

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A few days: Heat cramps May last a few days. Drink plenty of water with table salt and eat 2 bananas a day to replenish potassium and it could be aggravated by if you have magnesium deficiency. Take magnesium OTC about 300mg/day

Answered 7/17/2015

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