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Restless leg syndrome: Do you or a member of your family move the feet repeatedly while sleeping at night? Or do you feel that there is a strange tickle, stretch or restlessness in the feet, which breaks down again and again? If this is the case, then it can be not just normal fatigue but a restless leg syndrome i.e. RLS.
Unit Head Dr. Daljit Singh in the Department of Neurology in Max Saket It is said that the Kireslas leg syndrome is a neurological disorder in which a person has a desire to move his feet again and again, especially when he is resting or tries to sleep. In this situation, the feet have a strange experience like itching, burning, prick or shiver, due to which a person has to move his feet again and again. This problem affects the quality of sleep and can cause fatigue throughout the day.
What are the symptoms of RLS?
– Settlement of feet while sleeping or resting
-The feeling of moving lovers constantly
– Foot tingling, tickling or burning sensation
-Frequent sleep at night
– Tiredness and irritability during the day due to lack of sleep
This problem is not limited to the feet only, sometimes it can be felt in the hands too. This is also a reason that moving feet in sleep can be a common but serious signal.
Causes of restless leg syndrome
1- Iron deficiency- The most common cause of RLS is the deficiency of iron in the body. Dopamin levels in the brain are affected due to iron deficiency, causing neurological activities to go wrong.
2- Diabetes or kidney associated- RLS can also occur even if there is damage to the veins due to diabetes or injury. It is called peripheral neuropathy, which brings irritation, tingling and discomfort in the legs.
3 -Parkinson Disease – This is a central nervous system disease, which often affects patient physical activities. In this disease, most of the body continues to vibrate.
4 -Group (especially in the last months) – This is due to hormonal changes and deficiency of iron or folic acid.
5 -Nind deficiency or irregular routine -Lack of sleep or waking up repeatedly in sleep can trigger RLS. It is common to have RLS with sleep disease such as sleep apnea.
6 -GENETIC CAT (whose family has had this problem) as well as side effects of some medicines such as antidepressants, anti -nazia medicines also causes RLS trigger.
Why is it necessary to pay attention to this?
If the problem of RLS is ignored, then it can cause chronic insomnia i.e. long sleep. Due to lack of frequent sleep, the body and brain have a bad effect. This can cause problems like tiredness, lack of attention, irritability and depression.
What is the remedies for treatment and relief?
– If there is a shortage of iron, then get supplements done by checking the doctor
– Distance from caffeine, alcohol and smoking
– Light stretching or legs massage before sleeping
– Keep sleep time and pattern regular
Get treated at the right time
If you or someone is a habit of moving the feet repeatedly during sleep, do not take it lightly. This can be symptoms of Restless Leg Syndrome, which can affect both your sleep and health. This problem can be relieved by treatment at the right time and change in routine.