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My legs are so restless at night i can't sleep.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Your doctor can: provide you with treatment if you have restless leg syndrome.

Answered 5/29/2015

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

You MAY have a: condition called Restless Leg syndrome. Please see your family doc. He/she may refer you to a neurologist if needed. Peace and good health. Alternately, if you are really experiencing muscle spasms your magnesium may be low. Your doc can test and you can supplement easily.

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Answered 6/5/2015

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