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Suggest Treatment For Calf Pain

I am experiencing calf pain in my right calf only when I walk, it is in the middle of my calf. A few months ago I fell asleep on my knees and forearms for a couple of hours and I woke up with numb legs.. And the to of my thigh in my right leg stayed numb for weeks.. It got better but I have since had this problem with my calf..? Can you help me ?
Thu, 5 Nov 2015
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Hi,
Thanks for posting in HCM.
I understand your concern.
The reason why you could be experiencing the symptoms of pain in the calf and numbness could be due to muscle spasms caused by calcium deficiency and electrolyte imbalance.
Kindly take the following measures and see if you could get better:
1. Take Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS) - one sachet 2 times a day for 5 days to restore electrolyte levels.
2. Take tablet Calcium 500mg once a day for 15 days to restore calcium levels.
3. Drink tender coconut, citrus fruit juices and plenty of fluids to keep yourself well hydrated.
In case the symptoms persist and does not get better with the above measures, you would need a color Doppler study of blood vessels and you may have to consult Vascular Surgeon for further management in this regard.
Hope the information provided would be helpful.
All the best.
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Suggest Treatment For Calf Pain

Hi, Thanks for posting in HCM. I understand your concern. The reason why you could be experiencing the symptoms of pain in the calf and numbness could be due to muscle spasms caused by calcium deficiency and electrolyte imbalance. Kindly take the following measures and see if you could get better: 1. Take Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS) - one sachet 2 times a day for 5 days to restore electrolyte levels. 2. Take tablet Calcium 500mg once a day for 15 days to restore calcium levels. 3. Drink tender coconut, citrus fruit juices and plenty of fluids to keep yourself well hydrated. In case the symptoms persist and does not get better with the above measures, you would need a color Doppler study of blood vessels and you may have to consult Vascular Surgeon for further management in this regard. Hope the information provided would be helpful. All the best.