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Originally Posted by NurseNancy
you might also consider a checkup with your pcp. usually easier to get an appt with pcp than neuro. altho i agree calling the neuro too. maybe another med might need to be tried.
however, not all sx's are MS. that's why seeing your pcp might prove helpful.
like advice to beth, checking mineral and electrolytes may show that you're depleted of something that muscles need to work well.
it's worth a try.
i can appreciate how bad muscle problems are.
please keep us posted. make that appt tomorrow.
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Nancy, you made a very good point. When I hear people talk about muscle cramps, in general - non illness related, often others will respond with you need more salt, calcium, potassium, etc. By increasing one, which may not be what you need, you may in turn disrupt the exchange of the minerals that occurs during muscle contraction. A blood test is a great way to start.
For me, the spasms and cramps are not related to any mineral/electrolyte deficiency. It is complete nerve related - a misfiring of communication and/or a block in communication. Therefore, increasing certain minerals do me absolutely no good. I generally focus on making sure I get enough minerals/vitamins to help with nerve conduction.