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Have been having severe leg and hip cramping and charley horses in my left leg. Not doing increased activities or exercise. Happens when I am sleeping a few hours. I was thinking it was lactic acid? ------------------------------------ Unless you have RLS (restless Leg Syndrom- cant keep your feet or legs from moving, twitching), its probably not lactic acid buildup. If you sit for longs periods of time, it is advisable to see a doctor. If not, try stretching exercises just before sleep and if you dont have high blood pressure, eat something mildly salty just before bed. These suggestions are not medical advice.

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