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Is rls (restless legs syndrome) dangerous? does it cause any other health issues gradually?
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Nuisance mostly: Danger primarily from poor quality sleep. Restless legs can be treated fairly easily. The main thing to rule out is a iron deficiency anemia, the best test for which is a ferritin level. Most health issues are secondary to chronic sleep loss, if RLS is severe. These include weight gain, elevated blood pressure, Insulin resistance/diabetes, daytime sleepiness, motor vehicle accidents.
Answered 1/12/2015
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Underlying Causes: Restless leg is purely a nuisance, but it would be beneficial to get checked for underlying vascular disorders, as well as various mineral and electrolyte abnormalities that could alleviate your symptoms.
Answered 12/10/2013
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