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Going through alcohol withdrawal having muscle cramping both sides near ribs but more towards the back and hand crampingwhat can i do?

Q: going through alcohol withdrawal having muscle cramping both sides near ribs but more towards the back and hand crampingwhat can i do?

: If you have not been eating well may have low blood body potassium and taking 2 cups of V-8 (without vodka) and see it that helps. Ask about your blood tests for potassium and kidney function,

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If you have not been eating well may have low blood body potassium and taking 2 cups of V-8 (without vodka) and see it that helps. Ask about your blood tests for potassium and kidney function,

Answered 1/16/2023

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A member asked:

Going through alcohol withdrawal having muscle cramping both sides near ribs but more towards the back and hand crampingwhat can i do?

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