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Is restless leg syndrome the same as intermittent claudication of your legs?
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No: Restless leg syndrome occurs at night while asleep. Claudication occurs while walking.
Answered 7/4/2012
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Restless legs: restless legs is more often related to vein disease or a neurological issue claudication is related to arterial insufficiency where there is inadequate blood flow to supply the leg with activity leading to calf discomfort
Answered 3/14/2017
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