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A member asked:

The last month or so i have started getting a leg cramp- charlie horse only in the left leg pretty much just when orgasm i'm a 25yr. female

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Muscle injury: When you orgasm, the muscles tense up. It is likely that this aggravates a small muscle injury which may be due to a tear, fatigue, or overuse of a portion of the muscle. I would recommend a gentle prolonged stretch of the muscle prior to sex in the future, drink plenty of liquids, and replenish any electrolytes with a sport drink.

Answered 9/28/2016

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