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Mother-in-law is being treated for small cell lung cancer. recently has severe spasms in her left arm. cat scan came back normal. ?
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CAUSE???: Could simply be electrolyte or mineral abnormality. Need to get that checked especially calcium. If this recurs make sure her doctor knows about it
Answered 11/18/2015
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