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I m suffering from muscle cramps without any known reason what would b the cause ,i m taking iron supplements coz of anaemia ?
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Testing: should be done for there are many reasons for muscle cramps. The most common reason in the Summer months is simple SALT depletion from excessive sweating!!! Hope this helps! Dr Z
Answered 2/8/2021
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Maybe you have: a magnesium deficiency..try taking magnesium supplements..
Answered 8/30/2015
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