Common risk factors include: Pregnancy Dehydration Electrolyte imbalance Muscle fatigue Thyroid conditions Kidney disease or kidney failure Diabetic nerve damage Mineral deficiencies, including magnesium, potassium (hypokalemia), and calcium Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Peripheral artery disease (vascular disease) Neurological disorders (like Parkinsons disease or peripheral neuropathy) Liver cirrhosis Side effects of certain medications Determining the cause of your muscle spasms is the first step in the treatment of nocturnal leg cramps
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