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Occasionally it feels like a bug is crawling under my skin on my leg. it's not all over, but it does move around...very pinpointed.
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Neuropathy: Sounds like neuropathy, now the issue is what is causing it? Pinched nerve in back, diabetes, b12 deficiency are some common ones. If this is only at night, consider restless leg syndrome too. I would discuss with your doctor and get an exam.
Answered 7/26/2015
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