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What Causes Severe Leg Cramps At Night Post Parathyroid Surgery?
I have had parathyroid surgery in 2015. All numbers are ok I still have night leg cramps most nights - keeps me awake and not able to get back to sleep.... I exercise daily swim just about daily... Any suggestions ( oh yes I ve tried quinine tonic water...no help
Mon, 25 Sep 2017
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Mike cramps after parathyroid removal is due to decreased calcium level in the body. You can take calcium supplements containing 1000 mg calcium daily to help replenish body calcium levels. This will help with the muscle spasms.
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Dr.Lekshmi
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Mike cramps after parathyroid removal is due to decreased calcium level in the body. You can take calcium supplements containing 1000 mg calcium daily to help replenish body calcium levels. This will help with the muscle spasms.
Hope this answers your questions
Please address further questions here
Regards
Dr.Lekshmi
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