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I am experiencing muscle cramps or spasms (painful), severe. the following also describes me: muscle cramps or spasms. what should i do?

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Many causes: Muscle cramps are extremely common and many times we do not find a cause of them. However, there are reasons that need to be ruled out. For example, cramps/spasms can come from side effects to medications, electrolyte abnormalities, other neurologic conditions so you need an evaluation including a full neurologic exam, lab tests and possibly more specific nerve testing such as EMG/NCV testing

Answered 2/25/2018

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

We really need: more information...where are the cramps....what is your general health like??? At your age (61) a number of possibilities exist as do the number of treatments available! Seek a "hands On" examination...start with your PCP (Primary Care Provider) Hope this is helpful Dr Z

Answered 11/15/2017

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