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What Causes Recurring Muscle Cramps In Left Leg With A Sore Lump On Ankle?

what if im having muscle cramps in my left leg only. There was a painful lump that formed on the left side of the ankle but went away and its still sore. my cramping is worse when im at rest and its been like this for about 4 months. on a scale of 1/10. its bout a 7 /10
Tue, 24 Mar 2020
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Hello,

Soreness in the ankle associated with lump is commonly due to water retention or medical conditions like arthritis, gout or nerve damage. Limit your salt intake. Take blood tests to detect RA, OA, Gout. Pain or cramps in the legs at rest may be indicative of PAD, peripheral artery disease. Get clinically examined by a Neurologist or Vascular specialist. Get Nerve conduction tests, Imaging tests done. Your treatment will depend on the pathology detected. In the meantime, take NSAIDS, Naproxen or combiflam, one SOS when there's pain. Take vitamin B6, B12 rich food or supplements. Take vitamin E supplements.

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

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Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Recurring Muscle Cramps In Left Leg With A Sore Lump On Ankle?

Hello, Soreness in the ankle associated with lump is commonly due to water retention or medical conditions like arthritis, gout or nerve damage. Limit your salt intake. Take blood tests to detect RA, OA, Gout. Pain or cramps in the legs at rest may be indicative of PAD, peripheral artery disease. Get clinically examined by a Neurologist or Vascular specialist. Get Nerve conduction tests, Imaging tests done. Your treatment will depend on the pathology detected. In the meantime, take NSAIDS, Naproxen or combiflam, one SOS when there s pain. Take vitamin B6, B12 rich food or supplements. Take vitamin E supplements. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician