Fatigue, Restless Behavior , Poor Memory, Mood Swings
- Restless Legs Syndrome and Related Disorders - Medications
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- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Complications
- Diagnosis
Medications
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends medications for RLS or PLMD only for persons who fit strict diagnostic criteria, and who experience excessive daytime sleepiness as a result of these conditions. (Excessive daytime sleepiness results from nighttime sleeplessness due to RLS or PLMD symptoms).
More research and physician training is needed to better diagnose and treat RLS with medications in children and adolescents. Little is known about the best way to treat RLS in...
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Restless Legs Syndrome and Related Disorders: Risk Factors
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
RLS may affect 3 - 15% of the general population. It is more common in women than in men, and its frequency increases with age. The disorder affects... Read more »
Diagnosis of Restless Legs Syndrome
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Restless Legs Syndrome
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Treatment Options for Restless Legs Syndrome
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Restless Legs Syndrome
Goals of TreatmentThe most important goal in treatment of restless legs syndrome is the cessation of symptoms during rest and the ensuing end to the... Read more »
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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