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Health Encyclopedia: Restless Legs Syndrome And Related Disorders Diagnosis

Diagnosis

A diagnosis of restless legs syndrome or nocturnal leg cramps often relies solely on the patient's description of symptoms. In general, the recommended approach is first to take a sleep and personal history. The doctor may conduct an interview that includes the following questions:

How would the sleep problem be described?
How long has the sleep problem been experienced?
How long does it take to fall asleep?
How many times a week does it occur?
How restful is sleep?
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