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What Causes Severe Cramps In Lower Part Of Legs At Night?
Question: I have started having awful cramps in lower part of both my legs and feet when i get into bed. I can't sleep with the pain and have to stand up and walk.
Brief Answer:
may be caused by vitamin and electrolyte issues
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome to HCM.
These difficulties may be cased by low vitamin levels, especially b12 and vitamin D.
Also, low calcium and magnesium can lead to cramps as well. So you should try with mg and b12 supplements first. if there is no improvement, you should do mri of lumbal spine to rule out nerve compression in this area. Wish you good health. Regards
may be caused by vitamin and electrolyte issues
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome to HCM.
These difficulties may be cased by low vitamin levels, especially b12 and vitamin D.
Also, low calcium and magnesium can lead to cramps as well. So you should try with mg and b12 supplements first. if there is no improvement, you should do mri of lumbal spine to rule out nerve compression in this area. Wish you good health. Regards
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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