What Causes Calf Pain During Exercise?

Posted on Tue, 1 Jul 2014

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Question : When I sit with my knees bent I can feel my heart beat in them. ( during the last week) . I have also been experiencing calf pain during exercise( never have before) during the last two months. even if I just walk a short distance they start to hurt. I have also had 4/6 calf cramps in the last three month.

Answered by Dr. Rohit Gulati (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
due to nutrition deficiency

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your query.

This type of pain usually occur due to folvite, vit B 12, or low sodium levels in the body.
You may slightly increase your salt intake, take vitamin supplements and 5 mg folic acid daily.
It takes appx 15 days to settle.

You must ensure that you do not smoke & there is no swelling in your lower limbs.

Regards,

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