Hello,
Thank you for your query.
I'm Dr. Shuba Hariprasad and will be answering your query today.
This could either a severe muscle pull or could be something more serious like a blocked vessel in your leg.
As your whole leg cramped, I would like to check for
sciatica (due to
spinal nerve compression)
*how old are you?
*what is your height and weight?
*do you smoke or consume alcohol?
*do you have any other medical issues or take any medications?
*what is your daily activity level like?
*any swelling or change in color in your leg?
I recommend :
- a physician consult
-blood tests (
complete blood count,
lipid profile, blood
glucose levels, kidney and liver function tests, clotting profile)
-doppler study of both the legs
-xrays of the spine. Mri if nerve compression is suspected.
Based on these, we can arrive at a diagnosis and treat accordingly.
In the meantime, apply ice and warm compresses on your affected calf. Avoid exercise till this resolves. Hope this helps.
Wish you good health