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I Have Suddenly Started Experience Leg Cramps In The Early Hours Of The Morning. This Has Never Happened Before. Any Reason For This.

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Roodepoort, ZA
November 14, 2024
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A DiabetesTeam Member

Thanks to all for your replies and advice. Much appreciated. Regards,
Christopher

November 17, 2024
A DiabetesTeam Member

Leg cramps in the early hours of the morning can be concerning. For people with diabetes, several factors might contribute to this issue:

- Electrolyte Imbalance: Diabetes can affect the balance of electrolytes in your body, which can lead to muscle cramps
- Poor Circulation: Diabetes can cause poor blood flow, especially Show Full Answer

Leg cramps in the early hours of the morning can be concerning. For people with diabetes, several factors might contribute to this issue:

- Electrolyte Imbalance: Diabetes can affect the balance of electrolytes in your body, which can lead to muscle cramps.
- Poor Circulation: Diabetes can cause poor blood flow, especially to the extremities, which might result in cramps.
- Nerve Damage: Diabetic neuropathy, a type of nerve damage caused by diabetes, can also cause muscle cramps.

If this issue persists, it's important to consult with your healthcare provider for a thorough evaluation.

November 14, 2024
A DiabetesTeam Member

Magnesium is the most overlooked electrolyte. Magnesium is also a natural muscle relaxant.

November 16, 2024
A DiabetesTeam Member

With higher blood glucose levels, you urinate more and deplete some vital nutients.

Hylands leg cramps homeopathic can help.

There are gels that can be massaged to the sites that can help.

If it is not bad, sometimes electrolytes will help.

For me I stand and then I can walk them off. When it repeats 2-3 nights in a row. I decide it's time to take a supplement for about a week. It gives me 1-2 months without leg cramps.

The supplement is called bone up. It contains calcium, magnesium and zinc.

I suspect it is the magnesium I need.

November 16, 2024 (edited)
A DiabetesTeam Member

Thank you. Every morning I have intense leg cramps. Almost unbearable.

November 15, 2024

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