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Pain in calves at night
Every night whenever i sleep i have pain in both of my calves which doesnt go easily. But in the day while moving and doing it doesn't pain. I do normal household work. I ask someone to press my calves then i feel relief. Pls help and suggest how to diagnose the real problem.
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Your symptoms are most suggestive of:
- Muscle cramps especially at night
- Possible causes:
- Vitamin D deficiency
- Vitamin B12 deficiency
- Electrolyte imbalance
You have to do tests : CBC, Vit. D, Vit. B
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It may be because of nutrition deficiency
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Take magnesium glycine tablets ,350mg daily.
Cap evion 400mg one morning and one evening for 4 weeks.
For pain, you can take tab zerodol sp one tab sos, i.e. when pain occurs and is much.
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Persistent calf pain that occurs only at night and is relieved by pressure suggests Nocturnal Leg Cramps or Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS). In a 25-year-old female performing regular household work, this is most commonly associated with micronutrient deficiencies—specifically Magnesium, Vitamin B12, or Vitamin D3—or chronic venous insufficiency due to prolonged standing."
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If the pain is accompanied by a 'creepy-crawly' sensation or an uncontrollable urge to move your legs, it may be RLS. A formal consultation is necessary to distinguish between simple cramps and neurological or vascular issues.
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book a detailed consultation so we can review your lab results and provide the exact supplements needed to stop these pains permanently."
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This sounds like muscle cramps or vitamin deficiency B12 and D, which is quite common 👍
Stretching before sleep, hydration, and basic supplements usually help.
If it continues, I can guide exact tests and treatment book a quick consult 👍
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You need general physician for evaluation properly. Go for b12 test first ,if its deficients ,then its main cause of your problem.
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Chaithra H
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Bangalore
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