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Have Leg Cramps, Low Ferritin. Using Tramadol For Osteoarthritis. Any Suggestions?
I have leg cramps, and have tested low ferritin (25, where 50 was normal), 66 year old female, use tramadol daily for osterarthritis for more than 10 years. One possibility suggested is restless leg. I have been prescribed an iron suppliement. My sleep is still disturbed by leg cramps, relieved by a hot soak bath, or ibuprofen.. Any suggestions?
Wed, 31 Jul 2013
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The leg cramps that you are having could be related to the iron deficiency or a vitamin E deficiency. You need to start with the adequate supplements and see if the symptoms improve.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again directly through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal
drtayal72@gmail.com
Thanks for writing to us.
The leg cramps that you are having could be related to the iron deficiency or a vitamin E deficiency. You need to start with the adequate supplements and see if the symptoms improve.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again directly through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal
drtayal72@gmail.com
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