restless legs syndrome

restless legs syndrome
restless legs syndrome n a neurological disorder of uncertain pathophysiology that is characterized by aching, burning, crawling, or creeping sensations of the legs that occur esp. at night usu. when lying down (as before sleep) and cause a compelling urge to move the legs and that is often accompanied by difficulty in falling or staying asleep and by involuntary twitching of the legs during sleep called also restless legs

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unpleasant deep discomfort including paresthesias inside the calves when sitting or lying down, especially just before sleep, producing an irresistible urge to move the legs; the cause is unknown, but in some cases it may be due to inadequate circulation, a reaction to medication, or a complication of uremia. Called also restless legs and Ekbom s.

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