Question:
Hi, lately I have been experiencing a slight tingling in my feet and constant twitching in my legs...more specifically my calf muscles. As a matter of fact it just began today, which seems strange because nothing new happened. I went to work (i repair roofs)...but today was quite hot, like 90 degrees and i didnt drink enough water most likely. could it be dehydration or heat exhaustion? Please post a reply if you have any ideas...a sidenote...I also have recently been suffering from anxiety, dont know if this could have an effect...please help!
Answer:
Sounds like you need potasium to open the ionic channels in your schwan cells. That should make your legs less jittery. Try eating bananas.
Answer:
Hey Jordan, how are you doing?

Heat cramps: A person should rest and drink water or an electrolyte solution (for example, Gatorade). Heat exhaustion: A person should rest in a cool location and elevate the feet about 12 inches.

Heat cramps are caused by a deficiency of water and sodium in the body. Heat cramps occur in the muscles after exertion, often after a person sweats profusely and drinks water but without adequate electrolyte replacement.

Heat stroke occurs when the body’s heat-regulating mechanism fails. Heat stroke may lead to permanent disability and death.

As in most illnesses, older people may require more aggressive treatment, and they should be evaluated for all but the mildest cases of heat exhaustion or heat cramps. Heat cramps and heat exhaustion can usually be treated without trained medical assistance.

Treatment consists of rapid cooling (e.g., ice should be placed in the person's armpits and groin area). The person should be dampened with a water spray, wet sponges, or wet towels.

Anxiety is most often an expression of tension ranging in intensity from uneasiness to panic. it is abnormal when it does not relate to a real situation.

REFERENCE
Scott H Plantz, MD, FAAEM,:

Research Director, Assistant Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, Mount Sinai School of Medicine.

Walter L. Phillips, M.D.,: Respiratory Disorders
Funk & Wagnalls Family Medical Guide;
Hyperventilation (respiratory neurosis) sec.121, p306.

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