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Shin spasm: A sudden involuntary contraction of the muscles of the shin. See detailed information below for a list of 8 causes of Shin spasm, Symptom Checker, including diseases and drug side effect causes.
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This information refers to the general prevalence and incidence of these diseases, not to how likely they are to be the actual cause of Shin spasm. Of the 8 causes of Shin spasm that we have listed, we have the following prevalence/incidence information:
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The following list of conditions have 'Shin spasm' or similar listed as a symptom in our database. This computer-generated list may be inaccurate or incomplete. Always seek prompt professional medical advice about the cause of any symptom.
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Depending on the seriousness of the onset of Shin spasm, you may want to consult one of the following medical professionals.
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Medical Conditions associated with Shin spasm:
Spasms (2183 causes), Muscle spasm (29 causes), Leg spasm (8 causes), Muscle spasms (929 causes), Muscle symptoms (7251 causes), Leg symptoms (2751 causes), Lower leg symptoms (59 causes), Limb symptoms (3592 causes), Musculoskeletal symptoms (6264 causes), Neurological symptoms (9575 causes), Seizures (2418 causes), Movement symptoms (6001 causes), Brain symptoms (2787 causes), Nerve symptoms (9132 causes), Arm symptoms (1619 causes), Head symptoms (10192 causes)
Symptoms related to Shin spasm:
Leg spasm (8 causes), Calf spasm (13 causes), Muscle spasm (29 causes), Shin pain (23 causes), Peripheral neuropathy (299 causes), Diabetes mellitus (66 causes), Vitamin B12 deficiency, Folate deficiency (18 causes), Subacute combined degeneration of the spinal cord, Peripheral arterial ischemia, Beurger's disease, Muscle sprain
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