They are muscle pains or cramps that involve a large group of muscles, especially the legs. People who sweat a lot during strenuous physical activity are more likely to develop fever cramps, as this sweating depletes the mineral salts and moisture in the body, which leads to a decrease in the level of salt in the muscles, causing these painful cramps.
Symptoms
- Heavy sweating during physical activity
- Pain in the muscles or cramping in the muscle.
First aid
- Stop physical activity and go to a cool place
- Drink water.
- Wait for the cramps to heal.
Medical intervention is required in the event of:
- Cramps persist for an hour or more.
- Having heart problems.
- Eating a low-sodium diet.