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Why do i have leg cramps associated with night sweats during menopause?

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Dr. Philip Ryan answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Electrolyte issue: You might be low in magnsium, 400-800mg daily supplementation might alleviate the cramp, estrogen tx would alleviate the ot flashes, appropriate if you have not had er+ breast cancer. A progestin along with the estrogen would also be warranted if you still have your uterus.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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