Restless Leg Syndrome
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Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a disorder caused by unpleasant sensations in the legs and an uncontrollable urge to move when at rest. The severity of the sensations can range from mildly uncomfortable to extremely painful. The most distinctive part of the disorder is the symptoms are only triggered when the individual lies down to relax and as a result, lack of sleep and daytime fatigue is a common occurrence.
Many people with RLS report the lack of sleep affects their lives quite considerably and jobs, personal relationships and daily living become affected as exhaustion leads to memory loss, lack of concentration and the inability to complete daily tasks. It is currently unknown how much of the population suffer from RLS - many individuals don’t seek medical attention for fear of not being taken seriously.
RLS occurs in both genders, although is has been known to be more common in woman. The syndrome may begin at any age, even as early as infancy; most patients who are severely affected are middle-aged or older. In addition, the severity of the disorder appears to increase with age. Older patients experience symptoms more frequently and for longer periods of time.
Researchers have found that certain stimulants like caffeine, alcohol, and tobacco may aggravate or trigger the symptoms in some patients. Some studies have shown that a reduction or complete elimination of such substances may help relieve symptoms, although it still remains unclear whether elimination of such substances can prevent RLS symptoms from occurring at all.
Although movement brings relief to those with RLS, it is generally only a temporary measure. However, RLS can be controlled by finding any possible underlying disorder. Often, treating the associated medical condition, such as peripheral neuropathy or diabetes, will alleviate many symptoms.
RLS is generally a lifelong condition for which there is currently no cure. Symptoms may gradually worsen with age. Current therapies can control the disorder, minimizing symptoms and increasing cycles of restful sleep. In addition, some patients have remissions, periods in which the symptoms can decrease or disappear for long periods of time, although symptoms usually eventually reappear.
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Anita
October 29th, 2007 at 8:55 am
I have suffered from RLS for some time now, very severely. 3 months ago, my GP sent me to see a consultant neurologist who suggested a trial of a dopamine agonist. These are drugs normally only used to help control symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease, but quite by accident, they realised that patients also suffering from RLS were helped. This new medication has changed my (& that of my family!) life! For the first time in years, I can get a good, uninterrupted night’s sleep.
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