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I have severe cramps often in my foot and now and again in other parts of my body like my calves and my sides. i have scleroderma and am currently on cellcept, methtoxtrate, folic acid, menograine and trustan. i am 53 years old?

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Dr. Ralph Boling answered

Advise,: you see your doctor for testing, magnesium, calcium, potassium levels. These could be low and need treatment.

Dr Wang agreed

Answered 9/2/2020

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A member asked:

I have severe cramps often in my foot and now and again in other parts of my body like my calves and my sides. i have scleroderma and am currently on cellcept, methtoxtrate, folic acid, menograine and trustan. i am 53 years old?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ralph Boling answered

Dr Wang agreed

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