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Suggest Treatment For Muscle Cramps In The Thighs
Question: Muscle cramping in mid left thigh. This is my husband at 72 years old
Brief Answer:
Few possible causes
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome.
There are several possible causes.
If there is no swelling or pain then there is no need for urgent evaluation. It may be signed of vein thrombosis or circulation insufficiency but .more likely this is cause by lack of minerals such as calcium, potassium and magnesium so he should try with these supplements. Third possible cause is neuropathy which is likely if there is tingling in this area. Wish you good health. Regards
Few possible causes
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome.
There are several possible causes.
If there is no swelling or pain then there is no need for urgent evaluation. It may be signed of vein thrombosis or circulation insufficiency but .more likely this is cause by lack of minerals such as calcium, potassium and magnesium so he should try with these supplements. Third possible cause is neuropathy which is likely if there is tingling in this area. Wish you good health. Regards
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Naveen Kumar
He does have tingling in his hand a lot especially when he's resting in his chair. Feels like they're asleep
Brief Answer:
possible cervical spine issue
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
He should undergo MRI of the cervical spine to rule out possible degenerative changes of vertebral bones.
Regards
possible cervical spine issue
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
He should undergo MRI of the cervical spine to rule out possible degenerative changes of vertebral bones.
Regards
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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