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Im having leg cramps almost everyday. im going to call doc monday. i know my potassium needs to be checked probably. what about magnesium or b 6 or b 12 vitamins ? thanks
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Yes: and also get calcium checked, these could all be the source of cramps
Answered 12/21/2019
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