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Monday, May 03, 2010 Rula s. asks

Q: pain at the end and under the calf area in the right leg!

Hi and thank you for taking the time to read my question and answering it.

Lately I've been experiencing pain in the lower part of my right leg area. Specifically in the area at the end of the calf, and above the heal, but mostly towards the end and under the calf. The pain feels like a muscle spasm pain, and I can feel the pain more when I try to stretch my right leg. Even though I am sure that I haven't done any activity that might triggers such pain! I also noticed experiencing a couple of uncomfortable sharp and short chest pain that would take place right after a temperamental moment, or a moment of anger. Alos because of seasonal allergy I've been experiencing thightness in breath in the chest area, similar to Asthma attacks, and I do use the nebulizer to help my breathing to get back to normal. At the same time I do get stress bubbles in my shoulder area which causes tenssion headache, but lately I've noticed a sever nick and shoulder pain that is causing a strong bad headache. Dear Dr. would this be an indication of or a sign of something bad? looking forward to receive your answer. Thank you

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5/ 3/10 9:45pm

Hi Rula s.,

 

I am not a doctor, but what you are describing can definitely be a sign of heart problems.  Your leg pain could just be a cramp from under-hydration or not enough potassium, or you could be experiencing a blood clot (which much be ruled out and treated immediately).  I encourage you to see your physician about your symptoms as soon as possible.

 

Best of luck,

Monica M. Skidmore, MS, RD

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By Rula s.— Last Modified: 12/24/10, First Published: 05/03/10