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What Causes Cramps In Calf Muscles Along With Pins And Needles In Arms?
I am suffering with increasingly frequent cramps in my calf muscles at night but more recently increasingly during the day. I also suffer from cramp in my hands and my arms when they have done some repetitive activity such as DIY. I am also very susceptible to stitch cramps in my side especially when twisted or in an awkward position. I have also been experiencing pins and needles in my hands with increasing severity especially during sleep. I also experience a rapid twitching/fluttering in my right leg from time to time which I can liken to a mobile phone going off in my pocket. I occasionally experience shooting pains in my arms and legs. I have a raised cholesterol level of 7 and suffered from a one off attack of aortic fibrillation about six months ago - possibly stress induced. I have since had a 5 day ECG monitor which showed no significant issues . I have been through a prolonged period of stress. Any ideas?
Cramps in hands and feet can be due to low calcium levels. I suggest you to get blood calcium levels and parathromone levels. Experiencing pins and needles sensation can be due to compression or irritation of the nerve supplying the region. I suggest you to consult your neurologist for clinical assessment.
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Dr. Shailja Puri, Pathologist and Microbiologist
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What Causes Cramps In Calf Muscles Along With Pins And Needles In Arms?
Hello, Cramps in hands and feet can be due to low calcium levels. I suggest you to get blood calcium levels and parathromone levels. Experiencing pins and needles sensation can be due to compression or irritation of the nerve supplying the region. I suggest you to consult your neurologist for clinical assessment. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shailja Puri, Pathologist and Microbiologist