Re: lower Leg pain at 23 weeks, concerned

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yes. it could just be cramps from elctrolyte imbalance or lack of stretching, but it could also signal a blood clot

I've >had a pretty good pregnancy so far, but my lower legs hurt all the time.
>They hurt to sit, stand, lay down. I elevate them but it doesnt seem to
>matter.
>
>I am 5'4 and normally 108 pds. Would an extra 8 pds create leg pain
>like this?

no

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>Thanks for any help,
>MDT
>

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