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Suggest Treatment For Severe Leg Cramps

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Posted on Mon, 29 Jun 2015
Question: I'm up several times a night with severe leg cramps, calves to thighs. Now, during the day, the inside of my left thigh is painful all the time. I drink over 64 oz of water a day. I am a 64 yo female.
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Answered by Dr. Vaibhav Gandhi (25 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
you need calcium and potassium supplements

Detailed Answer:
Hello
I have read your query.
leg cramps can be reduced by drinking more water.
add calcium and potassium supplements and food rich in them.
Do gradual joint range of motion exercises.
I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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Suggest Treatment For Severe Leg Cramps

Brief Answer: you need calcium and potassium supplements Detailed Answer: Hello I have read your query. leg cramps can be reduced by drinking more water. add calcium and potassium supplements and food rich in them. Do gradual joint range of motion exercises. I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care.