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Sir he keeps on sheeking his legs while sleeping unknowingly over night and he is in deep sleep. he do it in a gap of 2-3 mint

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Restless legs: Restless leg syndrome is likely. Medication is available for this. Your physician or a neurologist could confirm the diagnosis. A sleep study is often recommended to look for accompanying sleep apnea.

Answered 2/19/2020

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