Suggest Treatment For Severe Leg Cramps While Having Restless Legs Syndrome

Posted on Mon, 21 Nov 2016

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Question : I'm a 65 year old female with type 2 diabetes. I'm having severe cramping especially in my right Lowe leg. I also have RLS. I'm getting scared. My PA said drink apple cider vinegar. That didn't help at all I though that was lame. Please I'm starting to worry

Answered by Dr. Mirjeta Guni (58 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Electrolytes need to be checked.

Detailed Answer:
Welcome and thank you for asking!

There are some conditions that may be manifested clinically with cramps.

I would suggest first to check the calcium, magnesium and potassium level.

A careful clinical examination would be of importance to check the blood flow at the legs (as you are diagnosed with Diabetes) and exclude a varicose vein at that side.
Meanwhile you can use some calcium supplements.

Hope the information will help.

Kind regards,
Dr.Mirjeta

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D

Follow up: Dr. Mirjeta Guni (4 minutes later)

Thank you i will do that i just had blood work so i will see what those levels were thank yo

Answered by Dr. Mirjeta Guni (15 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Wish you good health!

Detailed Answer:
You are welcome!
Feel free to ask at any time if you will have further questions.
Regards,
Dr.Mirjeta

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj