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I've been having muscle twitches in my calves for past 9 months.is there anything to take or do to lessen or stop these annoying, my magnesium is norm?

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Dr. James Rochester answered

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Other electrolytes: Sodium, Calcium and Phosphorus should also be checked. If all normal, EMG/NCS study to check nerves to calf muscles and nerve/muscle interface should also be checked. Please discuss with your doctor. Hope this was helpful. Thanks for using Healthtap. Dr R

Answered 8/26/2015

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A member asked:

I've been having muscle twitches in my calves for past 9 months.is there anything to take or do to lessen or stop these annoying, my magnesium is norm?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Rochester answered

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