A member asked:

Cramp im left upper calf muscle intense cramping. stays for 20 min how do i make it go away for good. happens often.

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Cramp: Cramps are often associated with electrolyte disturbances. Increase potassium and magnesium in diet You can take extra magnesium 400 to 800mg. Also try vitamin d3 esp winter months

Answered 1/16/2017

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Low potassium: Please have your potassium level checked. That is the most common reasons for muscle cramps. Others include magnesium and calcium.

Answered 10/23/2017

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