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| Cramps leg, muscle spasams what are they is it a circulation .........well
Posted: 11/27/2005 4:40:49 PM | | Well byrd,im not a md and you should see one if you are a diabetic or have a cardiac history.IT could be several things,if you exercise a thing that can happen is a buildup of wastes called lactic acid,muscles can become sore and spasm etc.but you should be checked out.keep note so your md will have details on where it occurs how long and what you were doing at the time of these symptoms.as well tell them what you do to help with the discomfort.good luck. | |
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| Cramps leg, muscle spasams what are they is it a circulation .........well
Posted: 11/27/2005 6:43:02 PM | | Thanks, I do get checked out and have several boderline problems likle diabeties which I stopped eating suger and drinking then a boderline av 1st degree heartblock I stopped partying of course I was unable to lose all the weight but I lost some..I got a rotton case of the flu or a cold or??? That's why I asked if I needed medical attention in my last thread.. Between lastnight and today I've had about 20 cramps 4 times in my rib cage the rest in my legs some people tell me it's bad circulation others say drink more water, I drink 2 gallons of water per day..I also have a bad back, nerve damage, from injuries I got 20 years ago..I'm intrested in what others think about these cramps if maybe there's a medical professional that knows more about them than others? That's all..I'm going to see my doctor but in the meantime I like to know what others think about cramps..Thank You. | |
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| Cramps leg, muscle spasams what are they is it a circulation
Posted: 11/29/2005 11:21:41 PM | Many times cramps, leg muscle spasms - a/k/a CHARLIE HORSES -- POSTASSIUM deficiency.
Eat Bananas and take supplements see if that helps - if not have your circulation checked
but most often than not it's POTASSIUM deficiency. | |
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| Cramps leg, muscle spasams what are they is it a circulation
Posted: 11/30/2005 10:27:29 AM | | Don't eat alot of bananas because I'm boderline diabetic..Right now though I'm very ill breathing problems pnemmona if I pull outta this one alot is going to change...My doctor has put me on alot of medications I hope I don't have to take them forever... | |
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| Cramps leg, muscle spasams what are they is it a circulation
Posted: 11/30/2005 11:30:20 AM | I also get cramps in my back. I can now tell when one is comming so I promptly take a muscle relaxant. Those are like charlie horses that pull from the shoulder, pull from the hip and meet in the middle. On one side, the left.
The reason is an old injury. The body seems to remember things.
The bananas help too, true. But don't do as my granddaughter did and eat 3 in one sitting. You'll have another kind of cramp! | |
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| Cramps leg, muscle spasams what are they is it a circulation
Posted: 11/30/2005 3:39:33 PM | | I must agree with a couple other posters that a potassium deficiency is most often the culprit. You can pick up a supplement at any health food store. My father used to suffer from chronic painful leg cramps until a doctor suggested potassium supplements and they went away. Also, simple chronic dehydration can cause cramps. If I haven't paid close enough attention to my hydration my legs will sometimes cramp after a long grueling heavy leg workout, but, if I'm careful to hydrate properly, I'm generally okay. | |
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| Cramps leg, muscle spasams what are they is it a circulation
Posted: 12/26/2005 4:17:22 PM | Dehydration is a key cramp factor but don't forget that water alone isnt enough all the time. You also need electrolytes and sodium or you wont retain the necessary water in the places you need it.
I also had bad back spasms in my back following a bad motorcycle accident for years. Docotrs were quick to give meds but a good old fashion Google search gave me a great tip. Tight hamstring muscles cause back problems. No lie. I started doing some morning stretching exercises for my neck lower, back and hamstrings and it helped immensely. | |
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| Cramps leg, muscle spasams what are they is it a circulation
Posted: 12/28/2005 10:23:36 AM | | Byrd, i've come across a few of your posts. I get muscles spasms from the back of my neck, down my arms to my hands, and if they're extremely bad they can go down the trunk of my body to my legs and feet. I have joint probs as a result, mostly in the back of my neck and in my left knee, but now in my elbows and wrists and fingers too. My spasms are due to seizures; you answered my post in discussion on epilepsy. Epilepsy meds might help. If its a circulation problem you might try Ginseng. | |
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| Cramps leg, muscle spasams what are they is it a circulation
Posted: 12/31/2005 11:19:07 PM | doctor first,
then maybe not an answer to your question but some things to consider
yes water is good, hydration is important, but too much water as alluded to by the mention above of electolyte balance can be as dangerous as not getting enough, two gallons a day is probably something your physician should be aware of (even marathon runners have died from drinking too much water), you may need 2 gallons but? check with doc before changing ANYTHING
considering the portions of your medical history, including diabetes and nerve damage and your recent bout with the cold/flu, which likely included, meds,antibiotics and coughing, you may have pulled some muscles as another thought,
do a search for restless leg syndrome and you may find something of use
but reality check
dr first, opinions last (everybody including me, may be wrong about you)
your personal physician with all the pieces of your puzzle in front of him/her is the best place to get advice, you can always print out the replies you get in the forum and carry them to your dr and ask if any of the suggestions might help or hell e-mail him or whoever you recently saw for your repiratory infection with specific concerns
wish you a happy and healthy new year | |
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| Cramps leg, muscle spasams what are they is it a circulation
Posted: 1/1/2006 4:02:54 PM | Bryd
are you talking about charley horses in the middle of the night. I used to get them and my doc said it was due to low potassium levels. Keep a bottle of tonic water (without the GIN) by your bed and drink some when you have one or feel one coming on. You may want to eat potatos (not in the form of chips!!!) and high potassium fruits for awhile, untill they stop. Damn Byrd I have to be so explicit with directions for you
Cheers,
Smoochie | |
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| Cramps leg, muscle spasams what are they is it a circulation
Posted: 1/1/2006 8:53:45 PM | Will you could always just move here and support me... I'm diabetic so I do eat alittle sugar I control it with diet but can't eat much banannas are good though...Lots of water..I get those cramps all over my body now..it's a bummer. Thank You Enthuser...and Smoochie, cutie pie.. | |
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| Cramps leg, muscle spasams what are they is it a circulation
Posted: 1/5/2006 8:41:13 AM | sounds like you have restless legs syndrome byrd. where you legs are crampy or shake or wiggle especially at night when you are trying to sleep. Go under yahoo. and type in restless legs syndrome. They have a lot of helpful hints in there. | |
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