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My lower legs are always sore from the knee down and feels heavy and sometimes heat helps and massage. some nights it's irritating and sleeping is disrupted

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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You may have: "Restless leg syndrome" Discuss these symptoms with your Primary Care Provider. The exact diagnosis is important! Do not ignore these symptoms....there is most likely a simple reason and a TREATMENT since it is interfering with SLEEP! Hope this is helpful BE WELL Dr Z

Answered 9/11/2019

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A member asked:

My lower legs are always sore from the knee down and feels heavy and sometimes heat helps and massage. some nights it's irritating and sleeping is disrupted

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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