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What Causes Severe Muscle Spasms In The Legs And Upper Torso?
I suffer from EXTREME muscle spasms ion both my legs and upper torso. the only way I know how to is describe it is: anytime my body is nit in motion . it is similar to being shocked by electricity Capt. Philip Scarborough USCXG Merchant Marine Officier
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Mon, 8 May 2017
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spasm may be due to Hypokalemia or hypocalcemia or hypomagnesemia.
Hypothyroidism or Diabetes or neuropathy (compressive neuropathy) , B12 or folic acid deficiency , alcoholic patients, anemia etc..
Please avoid smoking and caffeine. Avoid alcohol ,take plenty of fruits juices and vegetables.
If symptoms not improved please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly.
Take care
Thank you for trusting HCM
Dear how old are you??
spasm may be due to Hypokalemia or hypocalcemia or hypomagnesemia.
Hypothyroidism or Diabetes or neuropathy (compressive neuropathy) , B12 or folic acid deficiency , alcoholic patients, anemia etc..
Please avoid smoking and caffeine. Avoid alcohol ,take plenty of fruits juices and vegetables.
If symptoms not improved please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly.
Take care
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