Diabetes Legs That Look Like Alligators
- Restless Legs Syndrome
- What Is It? & Symptoms
- Diagnosis & Expected Duration
- Prevention & Treatment
- More Info
Diagnosis
Your doctor will diagnose restless legs syndrome based on your symptoms, medical history, family history and a physical examination. Your doctor also will do a neurological examination to look for nerve damage, and he or she will order routine blood tests to check for anemia, iron or vitamin deficiency, diabetes and kidney problems. If the body's stores of iron are low, iron supplements may relieve the restless legs syndrome symptoms. In some cases, an overnight sleep study at a sleep...
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Leg pain
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Leg pain is a common symptom and complaint.For more specific information, see: Foot painKnee painJoint painHip painMuscle painShin splintsAlternative... Read more »
Diabetes
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
High blood levels of glucose can cause several problems, including:Blurry visionExcessive thirstFatigueFrequent urinationHungerWeight lossHowever,... Read more »
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