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Suggest Treatment For Persistent Leg Cramps

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Question : Leg cramps night time . Chronic leg pain Male age 87
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Causes may be several.

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to HCM.

I have read your question and understand your concerns.

Nocturnal legs cramps causes may be several, so, getting evaluated clinically and by tests by your primary care Doctor is crucial in achieving a correct diagnosis.

Causes of night legs cramps include spinal stenosis, peripheral neuropathy, kidneys disease, hyper or underactive thyroid gland function, dehydration, diarrhea, peripheral arteries disease, certain drugs side effects ( diuretics for example ).

Get evaluated further to know the cause and to continue proper treatment.

Hope you found the answer helpful.

Take care.
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Suggest Treatment For Persistent Leg Cramps

Brief Answer: Causes may be several. Detailed Answer: Hello and welcome to HCM. I have read your question and understand your concerns. Nocturnal legs cramps causes may be several, so, getting evaluated clinically and by tests by your primary care Doctor is crucial in achieving a correct diagnosis. Causes of night legs cramps include spinal stenosis, peripheral neuropathy, kidneys disease, hyper or underactive thyroid gland function, dehydration, diarrhea, peripheral arteries disease, certain drugs side effects ( diuretics for example ). Get evaluated further to know the cause and to continue proper treatment. Hope you found the answer helpful. Take care.