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Restless Leg Syndrome?
13/f
Okay so I know Im probably too young to get RLS but my grandma has it, my mom and my sister has it, It has always been in our family.
But when I try to lay down and go to sleep I have the sudden urge to kick/move my feet. They get all itchy and It is like that till I finally fall asleep about 2 hours later. Is there anything I can do to stop the symptoms or lessen them? THANKS!
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Sam
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people with RLS feel uncomfortable sensations in their legs, especially when sitting or lying down, accompanied by an irresistible urge to move about. These sensations usually occur deep inside the leg, between the knee and ankle; more rarely, they occur in the feet, thighs, arms, and hands. Although the sensations can occur on just one side of the body, they most often affect both sides.
Because moving the legs (or other affected parts of the body) relieves the discomfort, people with RLS often keep their legs in motion to minimize or prevent the sensations. They may pace the floor, constantly move their legs while sitting, and toss and turn in bed.
Most people find the symptoms to be less noticeable during the day and more pronounced in the evening or at night, especially during the onset of sleep. For many people, the symptoms disappear by early morning, allowing for more refreshing sleep at that time. Other triggering situations are periods of inactivity such as long car trips, sitting in a movie theater, long-distance flights, immobilization in a cast, or relaxation exercises.
what causes it?
People with low iron levels or anemia may be prone to developing RLS. Once iron levels or anemia is corrected, patients may see a reduction in symptoms.
Chronic diseases such as kidney failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and peripheral neuropathy are associated with RLS. Treating the underlying condition often provides relief from RLS symptoms.
Some pregnant women experience RLS, especially in their last trimester. For most of these women, symptoms usually disappear within 4 weeks after delivery.
Certain medications-such as antinausea drugs (prochlorperazine or metoclopramide), antiseizure drugs (phenytoin or droperidol), antipsychotic drugs (haloperidol or phenothiazine derivatives), and some cold and allergy medications-may aggravate symptoms. Patients can talk with their physicians about the possibility of changing medications.
how you can get it treated is to problay see your GP (docter)
How is restless legs syndrome treated?
Although movement brings relief to those with RLS, it is generally only temporary. 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. For patients with idiopathic RLS, treatment is directed toward relieving symptoms.
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Ok, here's a couple links for you to check out from the Mayo Clinic. The first contains symptoms, the second ways to alleviate symptoms:
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Since your family does has it, that means they'll take you more serious if you ask them what to do. Ask your mother, sister, or grandmother how they deal with their symptoms. Or ask one of your parents to bring you into the doctor for some meds. Family will help.
Hope that works for you!
-Calli
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