I collapsed last night

[CoachW44]

So I wake up at 3:30ish in the morning with a cramp in my right calf, I am screaming like a two year old, no exaggeration. I am surprised I did not wake the neighbors. So it subsides after a good 3 or 4 minutes on constant pain. I then limp to the bathroom to drink some water, I felt like I was going to be sick, I went cold and fell. I woke up a few minutes later on the floor with the dog laying on my head, the water was running in the sink and my cup and toothpaste were in the sing with the water running on them. I drank a glass and went to bed. Have any of you ever had anything like this happen? I feel a little foggy today. I know I have not taken a vitamin in a week or so and I have been drinking plenty of water. I never cramped in all my sports or ever that I can remember.

Anyone else have this issue?

[foojoy]

I haven't, I hope you didn't hit your head on anything. I would, if you can, talk to your doctor. Take care.

[tmn]

Originally Posted by CoachW44

So I wake up at 3:30ish in the morning with a cramp in my right calf, I am screaming like a two year old, no exaggeration. I am surprised I did not wake the neighbors. So it subsides after a good 3 or 4 minutes on constant pain. I then limp to the bathroom to drink some water, I felt like I was going to be sick, I went cold and fell. I woke up a few minutes later on the floor with the dog laying on my head, the water was running in the sink and my cup and toothpaste were in the sing with the water running on them. I drank a glass and went to bed. Have any of you ever had anything like this happen? I feel a little foggy today. I know I have not taken a vitamin in a week or so and I have been drinking plenty of water. I never cramped in all my sports or ever that I can remember.

Anyone else have this issue?

Are you getting your potassium in?? Leg cramps would be a sure indication you're not... Don't skip the vitamins.

[heatherm422]

I hope you're feeling better! Lack of potassium can cause some wicked pains, but I would be sure to mention it to your dr. especially since you passed out!

[lisadallasr]

Thats what i would do is call my Dr. ASP dont play around with that, your potassium is probally too low, which i heard you can have some real problems if that happens.

[eschli35]

I had leg cramps for the first couple of weeks. There is a section in the book on that. It says you are losing electrolytes to fast or something and tells you what to do. The passing out could be a sign of blood pressure dropping to low I think. I would have it looked at.

[Miss Phode]

Leg cramps suck, but the fact that you passed out is what really scares me. Do you think it was because of the pain? You should probalby see a doctor. I'm glad you're OK.

[bradybunch]

Oh Yeah I had these leg cramps and toe cramps the first month. I did not pass out though. I went to the doctor and what the ladies above said is right, it is a lack of potassium. I was always a heavy banana eater and had never had these type of cramps. The Doc told me to drink plenty of water and to take a supplement and I have been great ever since. I would for sure go see your Doctor and tell him about the passing out. A leg cramp should not cause that.

[avwriter]

Hi. I am a newbie here, but have done Atkins before and I'm just re-entering the fold (that's right...induction!). I have had leg cramps in my calves, but usually only after rigorous exercise and evidently not enough water. I agree with the folks above who suggested you consult your doctor.

[*Emma*]

Yep agreed - last time round i thought i could do this WOE without multivitamins, i constantly got leg cramps... that soon changed!!

Hows your blood pressure? mines always low no matter what so im always dizzy and passing out,

i think you should add some multivits in and you'll be fine