Overview
Restless leg syndromeis a fairly common condition that affects people when they are trying to rest.
These feelings include burning, twitching, creeping, restlessness, pulling, or tension in their legs.
Sometimes, actual leg pain is involved.
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As a result, people with frequent restless leg syndrome may become sleep-deprived.
It gives the impression of less common in other areas of the world.
Restless leg syndrome due to iron deficiency, for instance, is particularly amenable to treatment.
In addition, certain drugs used forseizure disordershave been effective, including Neurontin (gabapentin).
Benzodiazepines, which are used to treat anxiety, have also been used successfully.
Researchers believe that if there is a cause-and-effect relationship, it may have to do withhypertension.
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