Restless Leg Syndrome
Alternate Names : Nocturnal Myoclonus, Akathisia
What are the signs and symptoms of the condition?
A person with restless leg syndrome experiences unusual sensations that usually
occur in the legs but sometimes are present in the arms and trunk. The sensations:
are described as burning, itching, crawling, pulling, or tugging but are
rarely painful
occur when the person is inactive and usually get worse at night
cause an irresistible urge to move the legs
are relieved by leg movements
cause jerking movements of the legs when the person is sleeping and
occasionally when the person is awake
can occasionally cause restless movements of the feet or toes in the
evening, when a person is sitting or lying down
can make falling asleep difficult and can awaken the person from
sleep
contribute to
fatigue and
drowsiness during the
day, since the
person
is not getting a good night's sleep
Many people do not think of this sensation in the legs as painful. The
symptoms may worsen during periods of emotional upset or stress.
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