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What Causes Frequent Spasms In The Lower Leg?

I had shingles on my left leg Taking anti virus medication it cleared up But now I have spasm in my left lower leg it started in my anckel First not frequently now I have more frequently As many as 10 to 15 tines and the duration icreased from a few second to 30 second I am concerned that I can get permanent nerve damage
Wed, 11 Jul 2018
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Some of the causes of frequent spasms in the lower leg can be:
-excessive strain placed on leg muscles
-abnormal nerve activity
-sudden restriction in the blood supply

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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What Causes Frequent Spasms In The Lower Leg?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Some of the causes of frequent spasms in the lower leg can be: -excessive strain placed on leg muscles -abnormal nerve activity -sudden restriction in the blood supply Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.