Restless Leg Syndrome

Restless leg syndrome is a condition in which a person has symptoms of irritating and annoying uncomfortable feelings of various descriptions in their lower extremities right before going to sleep and also occurring during sleep. People who have this condition may describe the symptoms as tingling or could be slightly cramping or tightening of muscles. A healthy lifestyle of proper nutrition, weight control and exercise would be beneficial in eliminating this condition. However, this condition should be under care of a neurologist or sleep specialist. The most recent treatment for the FDA that is a drug has approved this designed for restless leg syndrome called Ropinirole. Ask your doctor whether you should use this drug. The cause of RLS may be low levels of dopamine or it could be caused from low levels of iron, which can be measured by your doctor.

Other conditions that may have a bearing on RLS are diseases that cause peripheral neuropathy such as diabetes or alcoholism. Pregnancy is a common cause of RLS, but it usually disappears before the end of the pregnancy. Your doctor can advise the options for the most effective treatment after all these complications are considered.

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