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I get painful leg cramps at night where my feet and ankles turn outward. they last between 1-4 minutes. what can i do to prevent this from happening?
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Leg cramps : There may not be a lot you can do. There are some medications you can try. I recommend 400-800mg of magnesium Malays at bedtime. This mineral can be deficient in today’s diets. Circulation issues could also be a cause . Talk to your PCP about Med options
Answered 9/25/2018
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