2023-11-01 07:55:00
Temporary, unexpected and painful, a cramp can appear during or following physical exertion. However, this muscle contraction can also occur at rest, and in rare cases, be caused by an illness.
Charcot’s disease
A serious neurodegenerative disease, Charcot disease, also called amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), can cause cramps. This pathology, which affects around 7,000 people in France, also manifests itself by muscle weakness, joint stiffness and difficulty articulating.
Hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism is a disorder of the thyroid gland which causes a reduction in the production of thyroid hormones and a slowdown in metabolism. This condition generally leads to muscle cramps, as well as weight gain, intolerance to cold and severe fatigue.
Peripheral neuropathy
Cramps can occur with peripheral neuropathy, a disorder that affects the peripheral nerves, which connect the central nervous system to the rest of the body. The list of symptoms leading to consultation also includes tingling in the fingers or feet and a feeling of electric shocks.
chronic kidney disease
We speak of chronic kidney disease (kidney failure) when the kidneys are damaged and no longer properly filter the body’s blood. In addition to muscle cramps, this condition generally causes digestive problems (nausea, vomiting), itching, frequent urge to urinate and loss of appetite.
Deficiencies
The appearance of cramps may also indicate a problem with mineral and/or vitamin deficiencies. More specifically, we can suffer from muscle contractions when we lack magnesium, potassium and calcium. A deficiency in vitamins B, C and D can also lead to contractures.
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