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What Causes Severe Foot And Calf Cramps?
Question: I am 68 in good health. Lately I wake up with severe feet and calf cramps. I lost 10 lbs last month from moving
from San XXXXXXX to Las Vegas. I now weigh 195lbs. Any thoughts?
from San XXXXXXX to Las Vegas. I now weigh 195lbs. Any thoughts?
Brief Answer:
Could be due to electrolyte disturbances.
Detailed Answer:
Hi. Cramps can occur due to sudden weight loss due to electrolyte disturbances. In this time you should keep up your fluids and electrolytes. You should take a lot of lime juice along with rock salt. This should help you with the cramps. If they dont go you should see your Doctor and let him examine you. Feel free to ask any queries that might arise. Take care.
Dr Rishi, New XXXXXXX XXXXXXX
Could be due to electrolyte disturbances.
Detailed Answer:
Hi. Cramps can occur due to sudden weight loss due to electrolyte disturbances. In this time you should keep up your fluids and electrolytes. You should take a lot of lime juice along with rock salt. This should help you with the cramps. If they dont go you should see your Doctor and let him examine you. Feel free to ask any queries that might arise. Take care.
Dr Rishi, New XXXXXXX XXXXXXX
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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