The sudden, painful, and involuntary contractions of various muscles in the body are called cramps. The commonly affected muscles are lower leg, thigh, abdominal wall, and feet. Muscle injuries, dehydration, low levels of minerals, menstruation, poor blood supply, etc., are some of the common causes of cramps.
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I am suffering from muscle cramps and fatigue. What to do?
Query: Hi doctor, I have been facing muscle cramps and fatigue, possibly due to a magnesium deficiency. Could you advise me on including magnesium-rich foods in my diet? Additionally, are there specific dietary supplements you would recommend to alleviate these symptoms? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. The symptoms you are experiencing could be related to certain deficiencies. A low Hb (haemoglobin) level might lead to lethargy, weakness, fatigue, and cramps. Meanwhile, deficiencies in vitamin D and calcium could contribu... Read Full »
Why do I have cramps with abdominal pain?
Query: Hello doctor,As of now, I experience abdominal pain with cramps in the lower right of my abdomen. What could be the problem? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. This could be as simple as digestive problems with gaseous distention. It requires medications for indigestion or gaseous distention like Charcoal tablets, passing by symptoms of gastroenteritis. If diarrhea and vomiting develop, food poisoning is one of the reasons ... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I have dystonia. I mainly have facial symptoms. It started around a year back with a burning sensation near the mouth and lower jaw angle, followed by difficulty while talking because of involuntary movement (crowding) near the cheek, lower jaw, and lips on both sides. Hence I frequent... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Dystonia is caused due to improper release of signals from the brain. In this facial case, I suggest exercising regularly for at least 30 minutes per day and the outcome or result will take time. If you have MST (musculoskeletal therapy) machine at home you can apply, b... Read Full »
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