10 Causes of Muscle Spasms
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9. Hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism is a medical condition that occurs when the thyroid isn’t producing enough thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). The deficiency causes several symptoms that can vary widely between patients. Along with muscle cramps, hypothyroidism can cause joint pain and fatigue that may contribute to spasms.
Physicians can treat the ailment with medications and stop painful muscle cramps. The most common cause of hypothyroidism is Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, an autoimmune disorder that leads to the body attacking itself.12‘Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid).’ UCLA Endocrine Center, www.uclahealth.org/endocrine-center/hypothyroidism.
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