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Restless legs syndrome (RLS) causes a powerful urge to move your legs. Your legs become uncomfortable when you are lying down or sitting. Some people describe it as a creeping, crawling, tingling, or burning sensation. generated by SI from cited sources · general information, not a diagnosis · consult a health professional
Sources: SI, NLM MedlinePlus · Reference · https://medlineplus.gov/restlesslegs.html; https://www.mayoclinic.org/search/search-results?q=Restless%20legs%20syndrome; Guideline: IRLSSG 2014 diagnostic criteria
Restless legs syndrome (RLS) causes a powerful urge to move your legs. Your legs become uncomfortable when you are lying down or sitting. Some people describe it as a creeping, crawling, tingling, or burning sensation.
Sources: SI, NLM MedlinePlus · Reference · MedlinePlus (US NLM) · Mayo Clinic
Findings that point to it: restless legs.
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See a qualified clinician to confirm or rule this out, sooner if symptoms worsen.
Sources: SI, NLM MedlinePlus · Reference · MedlinePlus (US NLM) · Mayo Clinic
Tests used to confirm: check ferritin (aim above 75).
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Treatment is decided by a clinician after confirming the diagnosis. No dosing information is given here.
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IRLSSG 2014 diagnostic criteria
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