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No structural or other abnormalities are usually discovered unless peripheral nerve disease is also present. Blood tests( CBC and serum ferritin) may be done to rule out iron deficiency anemia, which rarely has been associated with restless leg sy...
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A careful history enables the physician to distinguish RLS from similar types of disorders that cause night time discomfort in the limbs, such as muscle cramps, burning feet syndrome, and damage to nerves that detect sensations or cause movement (...
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Restless legs syndrome cannot currently be diagnosed using any laboratory tests or via a routine physical examination. Diagnosis is based on information given to a doctor by the patient regarding his or her symptoms.
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A careful history enables the physician to distinguish RLS from similar types of disorders that cause nighttime discomfort in the limbs, such as muscle cramps, circulatory diseases, and damage to nerves that detect sensations or cause movement (pe...
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient''s body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems.
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