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16 Weeks Pregnant Now And I Have Severe Leg Pain When I Sleep

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Posted on Wed, 22 May 2024
Question: Hi Doctor, I'm 16weeks pregnant now and I have severe leg pain when I sleep either left side or right side, I could even realize the pain in deep sleep and I don't have any pain when I sleep straight. I'm not sure what causing this discomfort.Can you please let me know any suggestions on this.
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Answered by Dr. Richa Agarwal (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
It could be due hormonal changes or vitamin deficiency

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,
I have gone through your history and understand your concerns.
Your symptoms are suggestive of hormonal changes and vitamin deficiency.
Eats Lots of vegetables and fruits and drink a lot of warm water.
You have to take vitamin supplements and iron and calcium for your leg pain.
Hope found useful, feel free to ask more information.
Good luck
Regards
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Dr. Richa Agarwal

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16 Weeks Pregnant Now And I Have Severe Leg Pain When I Sleep

Brief Answer: It could be due hormonal changes or vitamin deficiency Detailed Answer: Hello dear, I have gone through your history and understand your concerns. Your symptoms are suggestive of hormonal changes and vitamin deficiency. Eats Lots of vegetables and fruits and drink a lot of warm water. You have to take vitamin supplements and iron and calcium for your leg pain. Hope found useful, feel free to ask more information. Good luck Regards