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Does A Heart Problem Cause Spasms Or Cramps In Leg Muscles?
Question: doe's a heart problem have anything to cause a charley horse in my right calf?
Brief Answer:
No, this is not related to a heart disease!
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.
I am so sorry to hear about these cramps that you have reported. They are caused by involuntary muscle contractions. They have no relationship with a possible heart disease. Some cause include poor posture, intense exercise, low calcium, dehydration, etc. I will advise that you apply ice packs, massage and straighten out the leg to facilitate blood flow. If you were exercising, taking some rest would help you recover from this.
In all, not related to a heart condition. Physical measures as suggested above would help. If this fails, then you mat want to seek consultation for evaluation and treatment/ Your primary care doctor would be able to do this.
I hope this helps. I wish you well. Thank you so much for using our services and do feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.
No, this is not related to a heart disease!
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.
I am so sorry to hear about these cramps that you have reported. They are caused by involuntary muscle contractions. They have no relationship with a possible heart disease. Some cause include poor posture, intense exercise, low calcium, dehydration, etc. I will advise that you apply ice packs, massage and straighten out the leg to facilitate blood flow. If you were exercising, taking some rest would help you recover from this.
In all, not related to a heart condition. Physical measures as suggested above would help. If this fails, then you mat want to seek consultation for evaluation and treatment/ Your primary care doctor would be able to do this.
I hope this helps. I wish you well. Thank you so much for using our services and do feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.
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