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From: jcp@osiris.UUCP (Jody Patilla)
Newsgroups: net.med
Subject: Re: muscle cramps
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Date: Mon, 9-Sep-85 23:26:44 EDT
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Posted: Mon Sep  9 23:26:44 1985
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> 
>      I'd like to see more discussion on the physiology of muscle cramping
> too, but you've got to remember that there are multiple causes of these
> monsters.  

	Note that some muscle cramps can be caused by heat stroke and
dehydration/salts deficiency. they can be dealt with quickly by taking
RAPID measures to rehydrate, lower the body temperature and (temporarily)
increase salt intake. (Don't do this by taking salt tablets unless you
really LIKE getting sick - eat salty foods and drink LOTS of fresh water)

-- 
jcpatilla

"At night, the ice weasels come."