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I had intense, bilateral shin cramps recently at night. my feet were flexing inward und upward so stronly that i couldn't stat standing to try and walk them out. super painful, what could be the possible causes?

Q: i had intense, bilateral shin cramps recently at night. my feet were flexing inward und upward so stronly that i couldn't stat standing to try and walk them out. super painful, what could be the possible causes?

: If your potassium has ever been low or ur taking BP meds get potassium checked. And discuss with your Dr.

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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If your potassium has ever been low or ur taking BP meds get potassium checked. And discuss with your Dr.

Dr Trantalis, DPM agreed

Answered 5/21/2021

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A member asked:

I had intense, bilateral shin cramps recently at night. my feet were flexing inward und upward so stronly that i couldn't stat standing to try and walk them out. super painful, what could be the possible causes?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Dr Trantalis, DPM agreed

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