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A member asked:

Now im 33 weeks pregnant, & i have has quick a few leg cramps. is it normal in the third trimester? & why does it occur?

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Yes, and not sure: The exact reasons why pregnant women seem more susceptible to leg cramps aren't clear. But yes, they are very common in pregnancy. There are theories that potassium or magnesium deficiencies can trigger, but unfortunately no reliable treatments or preventive measures.

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Answered 12/30/2016

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