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What is the cause for restless leg syndrome? experiencing it night and day! also having lower back pain.

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See U PCP: My advise to u is to see your PCP for physical exam and work up.

Answered 9/10/2017

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Not known: No known cause for restless legs syndrome exists. Researchers suspect the condition may be due to an imbalance of the brain chemical dopamine. This chemical sends messages to control muscle movement. Rls runs in families in at least half the people with rls, especaily early age. Rls sometimes accompanies other conditions. Pregnancy peripheral neuropathy. Iron deficiency. Kidney failure.

Answered 6/30/2021

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