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What Causes Intermittent Leg Cramps, Blood Vessel And Skin Tags?

Intermittent lower Leg cramps, small blood vessel tags over the chest appearing over the last 48 hrs, new skin tags developing over the chest and breast, fatigue for the last 6 weeks, arms feel like they have been through a work out, a chronic cough for the last 7 weeks. Wife diet is fantastic, fruits vegetables, lean meats. 5 7 137 lbs normal exercise except for the last 6-7 weeks. yearly exam in April no issues.
Wed, 6 May 2015
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement 's  Response
Hi,
Thanks for your query.
After going through the description, I understand your concern regarding your symptoms. Most of the time, leg cramps occur for no known reason, and they're usually harmless. In general, night leg cramps are likely to be related to muscle fatigueand nerve problems.

Infact, till date there is no clear cut evidence for the cause of muscle cramps. But the most common cited theories include -
- Altered neuromuscular control
- Dehydration
- Electrolyte depletion
- Poor conditioning
- Muscle fatigue
- Doing a new activity
Self-care Activities that might help prevent night leg cramps include:
• Drinking plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration
• Stretching your leg muscles or riding a stationary bicycle for a few minutes before you go to bed
• Massaging the cramped muscle with your hands or with ice
• Walking or jiggling the leg
• Taking a hot shower or warm bath
• Foods such as bananas, potatoes, prune juice and dried fruit may be helpful in relieving muscle cramps

I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
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What Causes Intermittent Leg Cramps, Blood Vessel And Skin Tags?

Hi, Thanks for your query. After going through the description, I understand your concern regarding your symptoms. Most of the time, leg cramps occur for no known reason, and they re usually harmless. In general, night leg cramps are likely to be related to muscle fatigueand nerve problems. Infact, till date there is no clear cut evidence for the cause of muscle cramps. But the most common cited theories include - - Altered neuromuscular control - Dehydration - Electrolyte depletion - Poor conditioning - Muscle fatigue - Doing a new activity Self-care Activities that might help prevent night leg cramps include: • Drinking plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration • Stretching your leg muscles or riding a stationary bicycle for a few minutes before you go to bed • Massaging the cramped muscle with your hands or with ice • Walking or jiggling the leg • Taking a hot shower or warm bath • Foods such as bananas, potatoes, prune juice and dried fruit may be helpful in relieving muscle cramps I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care