Question:
If you get the same charlie horse on the back of your thigh could it be?

something more seriuos I get the same muscle cramp only on the back of my left thigh when I bend it to sit a certain way it hurts real bad then I have to get up real fast and straighten out my leg and it goes away its been doing this ever since I hit 300#s about 1 yr. ago Dr. said it was just muscle spasms but I just wanted to know if any one alse had this and if I should be more concerned? thank you for any help.    — marie M. (posted on May 24, 2003)

May 24, 2003
I ran into this a few weeks ago. I took it a step further and my doctor performed ultrasounds on my legs to make sure my blood was flowing corretly and I had no blood clots. Luckily I am fine. A lot of times this can be do to a lack of potassium and fluids in your system. Also, a lack of exercise. Here are some suggestions that I have for you. Bananas! Great source of potassium. Orange Juice! Drink your fluids as often as possible. Exercise! Keep it up! The more frequently you exercise the better you will feel and your blood flow will be better as well as muscles will get a work out. 4 mths post op 77 pounds gone! 230
   — Kitty Kat

May 24, 2003
I have a recurring problem almost identical to what you describe and each and every time it's low potassium. Go get your bloodwork done.
   — Cathy S.

May 26, 2003
Muscle spasms can also be caused by low calcium, which won't show up in a blood test.
   — Cyndie K.

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