Cramps on the calves

Very low urgency

Experiencing convulsions, spasms or piercing pain in the back of the legs, mainly in the calves.

Associated diseases

Peripheral arterial disease

Varicose veins in lower limbs - Chronic venous insufficiency

Critical chronic arterial ischaemia

Hypokalaemia due to renal loss: diuretics, corticosteroids, penicillin and intravenous synthetic derivatives.

Hypokalaemia due to renal losses: renal tubular acidosis, types 1, 2 and 4

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