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What Causes Sharp Pain In Lower Leg?
I am experiencing this sharp, sudden pain almost like electric shock type of pain on my right lower leg. It only happens like within a second but it happens so fast and severe, it makes me twitch every time like really, I got electric ran my leg. It doesn t feel like it s muscle, it s more like nerves. It runs from a little above the ancle to mid calf (outside) There is no sign before hand, it just happens. What is this?
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Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hello,
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
Calf pain can be the result of injuries, such as tearing of the calf muscle or tendonitis.
I suggest using a muscle relaxant medication such as Baclofen to relieve the pain.
I also suggest magnesium supplements for muscle relaxation.
If the pain continues you should see an orthopedist and get evaluated.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
Calf pain can be the result of injuries, such as tearing of the calf muscle or tendonitis.
I suggest using a muscle relaxant medication such as Baclofen to relieve the pain.
I also suggest magnesium supplements for muscle relaxation.
If the pain continues you should see an orthopedist and get evaluated.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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