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Can you have restless leg syndrome symptoms in your arms?
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Yes: Although it primarily effects the legs, it can also happen to the arms, in much the same fashion.
Answered 5/16/2018
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Yes, but.....: Restless leg syndrome is a disorder in which there is an urge or need to move the legs to stop unpleasant sensations. This effects the lower legs and ankle, however, sometimes these symtpoms can also occur in the upper leg, feet, or arms.
Answered 12/9/2013
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