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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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From Our Experts
Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) Often Associated with Chronic Pain
Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a common and sometimes devastating condition. I see it quite frequently in many of my chronic pain... Read more »
Causes and Symptoms of Restless Leg Syndrome
We started our discussion about restless legs syndrome (RLS) in my recent blog, so let’s continue where we left off. Mild symptoms of... Read more »
Taming the Tingles: Treatment for Restless Legs Syndrome
Restless legs syndrome or Ekbom Syndrome affects hundreds of people night after night, keeping them and their partners awake. It can... Read more »
Diagnosing Restless Leg Syndrome
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Restless Leg Syndrome
I have been fidgeting for as long as I can remember. Sometimes I fidget with my hands, but mostly it's with my legs and feet. I'll sway... Read more »
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Restless Leg Syndrome: Treatment
There is no specific diagnostic test for RLS. If you suspect you may have the disorder, talk to your doctor as soon as you can. If possible, bring a... Read more »
Restless Legs Syndrome
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Restless legs syndrome (RLS), also known as Ekbom’s syndrome, refers to an unpleasant feeling in the legs that typically occurs in the evening,... Read more »
New Developments in Restless Legs Syndrome
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Restless Legs Syndrome
which are under investigation for restless legs syndrome include: Amantadine Selegeline Valproate (Depakene) Lamotrigine (Lamictil) Baclofen... Read more »
Diagnosis of Restless Legs Syndrome
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Restless Legs Syndrome
Signs and Symptoms of Restless Legs SyndromeRestless legs syndrome is characterized by a build up of abnormal feelings (paresthesia) in the legs at... Read more »
Restless Legs Syndrome and Related Disorders: Diagnosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
A diagnosis of restless legs syndrome often relies mainly on the patient's description of symptoms. In general, the recommended approach is first to... Read more »
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