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Suggest Remedies For Severe Cramping In Lower Legs

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Posted on Mon, 6 Jun 2016
Question: Yes I am having severe cramping in the lower part of my legs front and back Usually it takes almost an hour for any relief. When I get it my foot will actually go straight or to the side and I am having trouble finding anything that helps I have tried ice and heat. The pain is much worse than a XXXXXXX horse cramp is. Any suggestions?
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Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (10 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Have your blood calcium and magnesium levels checked!

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.

I am so sorry to hear about these cramps that you have reported. I have reviewed your information fully and this is suggestive of a possible low levels of calcium and/or magnesium in the blood. I will like that you get these measured and corrected accordingly. Should these be fine, then I will go further to evaluate a the blood supply to the legs by way of a doppler ultrasound. Management would be tailored to address the underlying problem identified.

I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Above all, thanks for using our services.
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Suggest Remedies For Severe Cramping In Lower Legs

Brief Answer: Have your blood calcium and magnesium levels checked! Detailed Answer: Hi and thank you so much for this query. I am so sorry to hear about these cramps that you have reported. I have reviewed your information fully and this is suggestive of a possible low levels of calcium and/or magnesium in the blood. I will like that you get these measured and corrected accordingly. Should these be fine, then I will go further to evaluate a the blood supply to the legs by way of a doppler ultrasound. Management would be tailored to address the underlying problem identified. I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Above all, thanks for using our services.