Sometimes I find myself moving around in bed at night with insomnia. Moving my feet and toes. During the day, when I am in class, I change my position every 5-10 minutes because I begin to feel uncomfortable. I'm tired all the time as well.
2007-04-16 12:31:24 · 17 answers · asked by MHL 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
RLS does not occur during sleep. It occurs *before* sleep.
2007-04-16 12:33:09 · answer #1 · answered by Nicole B 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You should consult your doctor you don't know what the exact cause is. If you suspect RLS you will have to see a neurologist and they will run a series of tests and probably send you to a sleep clinic so they can see how many times you wake up during your sleep. (You'll be surprised at the number of times you wake up and don't even realize it) You are right it disrupts your sleep and your life because your always tired and it bothers others if you sleep next to someone. RLS is constant movement in your legs. If you have it elsewhere it's probably something else. Medication is the only way to control RLS.
2016-05-17 05:00:13 · answer #2 · answered by reva 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In addition to what the previous poster said yes, RLS (restless leg syndrome) can occur at other times during the day. Pls let your dr know what is going on to see what kind of treatments might be available to help your restless leg syndrome.
2007-04-16 12:34:50 · answer #3 · answered by sokokl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It doesn't occur when you are sleeping, it occurs when you are trying to relax or get to sleep. Your legs aren't uncomfortable, per say, but they feel like they have to move. They kind of feel tickly or tingly (not asleep). If you move your legs quickly the feeling goes away for a few seconds, but usually comes back.
I have it, I hate it...not enough to medicate, I don't get it more then once or twice a week...but if I had it all the time I would medicate!
2007-04-16 12:35:54 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a neurological disorder characterized by unpleasant sensations in the legs and an uncontrollable urge to move "when at rest" in an effort to relieve these feelings. RLS sensations are often described by people as burning, creeping, tugging, or like insects crawling inside the legs. Often called paresthesias (abnormal sensations) or dysesthesias (unpleasant abnormal sensations), the sensations range in severity from uncomfortable to irritating to painful.
The most distinctive or unusual aspect of the condition is that lying down and trying to relax activates the symptoms. As a result, most people with RLS have difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep. Left untreated, the condition causes exhaustion and daytime fatigue. Many people with RLS report that their job, personal relations, and activities of daily living are strongly affected as a result of their exhaustion. They are often unable to concentrate, have impaired memory, or fail to accomplish daily tasks.
2007-04-16 12:36:42 · answer #5 · answered by futuredoc 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Restless leg syndrome is characterized by tingling, tightening, cramping, and having to constantly move your legs. This does not have to just occur at night or while you are trying to sleep. These symptoms can appear anytime that you are "resting your legs" by sitting, lounging, or laying down. So, you probably should see your MD about it.
2007-04-16 12:36:48 · answer #6 · answered by Hestia 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
With being tired all of the time and it occuring so often, it may have to do with an iron deficiancy. Try taking a daily vitamin with iron. It may help reduce the problem.
2007-04-16 12:35:49 · answer #7 · answered by Verselus 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It can occur anytime you are immobile. It's just more noticeable when you are trying to sleep because you aren't moving. I have RLS and it is horrible. Requip doesn't even work for me.
It doesn't happen all the time, just periodically. Talk to your dr. they may be able to assist you.
2007-04-16 12:36:19 · answer #8 · answered by Geenahh 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's crazy isnt it. Yes, you can get it anytime. Some people even feel it in their arms. My doctor suggested something that works for me: Iron pills. Take only when you feel it coming on and not too much.
2007-04-16 12:34:54 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually evening and night but I have had them once in awhile at different times of the day too but is usually rare!
2007-04-16 12:51:40 · answer #10 · answered by cshell442003 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have symptoms anytime I am sitting for too long......in the car or trying to get the baby to nap.
There are medications you can take to help with that anxious feeling and it will help with your feeling tired also.
I hope it gets easier for you.
2007-04-16 12:36:35 · answer #11 · answered by hiscinders 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋