Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Persistent Leg Cramps At Night?

I have suffered from leg cramps (Charlie horses) at night for several years now, sometimes they are so painful I have almost passed out. I train horses, do a lot of work around the stable and take care of my elderly mother who had a stroke so I am on my feet and/or using my legs A LOT. More recently I am also having fairly severe foot pain. Its involves pretty much my whole foot: top, bottom, sometimes aching, some times pins and needles. I try to change my shoes a couple times a day but that doesn t seem to help. Now, today, my feet AND my legs ache and feel very weak even though I haven t had leg cramps for a couple days.
posted on Sat, 24 Jun 2017
Twitter Thu, 30 Aug 2018 Answered on
Twitter Fri, 31 Aug 2018 Last reviewed on
Report Abuse
General Surgeon,  's  Response
Hi,

* As per the intensity of symptoms, the severe leg cramps can be due to electrolyte disturbances as potassium, magnesium or other fatigue induced via excess work, low hemoglobin, diabetes or other hormonal disturbances or substance abuse as cocaine, tobacco or others ( if using )

* I would suggest a basic work up with your physician for further assistance.

Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Persistent Leg Cramps At Night?

Hi, * As per the intensity of symptoms, the severe leg cramps can be due to electrolyte disturbances as potassium, magnesium or other fatigue induced via excess work, low hemoglobin, diabetes or other hormonal disturbances or substance abuse as cocaine, tobacco or others ( if using ) * I would suggest a basic work up with your physician for further assistance. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.