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Why is it whenever i'm in bed my feet just cramp up and hurt so bad! why is it like this?
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Deficiency: Often this is due to potassium or magnesium deficiency, in addition to increasing this in diet, stretching helps. Quinine used to be prescribed but this has been taken off market due to safety concerns. Quinine is present in tonic water but consult with your physician before using.
Answered 9/7/2013
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