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What Causes Recurring Cramping And Numbness In Legs?
my husband has had problem with his leg since he was young and there are getting so bad now. He has cramping continouis like Charlie horses they have ruled out any potasioum or vitiam d or lupouis these are spelled wrong but. yesterday he go dizzy and he said he could not feel his legs we sat there and feeling came back. his legs are weak and if not in knots they hurt it hard to walk. is there some muscle problems that can cause this
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have recurring cramping and numbness in legs . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like peripheral neuropathy , low potassium , multiple sclerosis , restless legs syndrome , side effects of certain medicines or transient ischemic attack . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order certain test like blood test , take history and nerve conduction . Doctor may recommend physical therapy or refer you to neurologist for nerve problem . Doctor may also prescribe nerve supplement .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Recurring Cramping And Numbness In Legs?
Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have recurring cramping and numbness in legs . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like peripheral neuropathy , low potassium , multiple sclerosis , restless legs syndrome , side effects of certain medicines or transient ischemic attack . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order certain test like blood test , take history and nerve conduction . Doctor may recommend physical therapy or refer you to neurologist for nerve problem . Doctor may also prescribe nerve supplement . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari