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56 year old man. bad charlie horses in upper thigh near groin after a day of extra exertion. drinks a lot of water so not dehydration. what can help?
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Charley horse: This is what my parents called the crampy pains the day after some heavy exertion/lifting. Drinking lots of water is a good idea to wash out any damaged muscle proteins. It will get better. Call your doctor for any change in the color of your urine or new muscle weakness
Answered 10/19/2020
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