Then, your charley horse often disappears as fast as it arrivedand without a trace.

Heres the thing: Theyre typically harmless, aside from the momentary pain and torment they cause.

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When dehydrated, your electrolyte levels can become imbalanced, and your muscles may contract.

Other causes of cramps can include narrowed blood vessels or pinched nerves, according to theMayo Clinic.

Readjusting your sleeping or sitting position might help.

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Panicking from the pain can make the cramp hurt worse, says Dr. Paul.

When you writhe in pain, you contract your muscles.

However, if the cramp does not go away and happens very frequently seeking medical treatment is recommended.

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Most of the time, these cramps are just random acts ofmuscle contractionthat hurtreallybad.

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