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A myPHteam Member asked a question 💭
Lakeland, FL

Hello,
I just read that leg cramps can be a symptom of PH. I was wondering if that is a symptom most get? You mostly only hear about the lung and heart involvement. I just assumed that the cramps in my legs was from something else. I also wonder if anyone else experience cramps at the bottom of your hands and feet? Also does anyone get pain in the forearms?
Thank you.

June 20, 2023
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A myPHteam Member

Careful on the potassium, mine got too high and didn't know it until routine blood work, ended up in the hospital for a weekend... no symptoms at all. Weird! ( high potassium can foul up the heart!)

July 3, 2023
A myPHteam Member

Hi Karin. We had a similar question recently and a lot of us, including me, have low potassium levels because of our diuretics. Low potassium can cause cramps and you may need supplemental potassium.

June 20, 2023
A myPHteam Member

Karin, my supplemental potassium is a prescription.

June 20, 2023
A myPHteam Member

Oh wow, thanks Jane, that is very helpful to know. Thank you.

June 20, 2023
A myPHteam Member

Thanks Janet, that is really good to know.

July 3, 2023

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