Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Hello doctor, what are the major differences between rls and neuropathy ? what can be that one or two things that can tell what exactly one is suffering from? can neuropathy happen in both legs?please help and clarify, thanks?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Polyneuropathy describes symmetrical bilateral numbness, tingling, perhaps weakness in legs. Mononeuropathy affects one nerve at a time. RLS describes a movement disorder and is not in neuropathy category, but the two can co-exist. If you have confusion regarding your symptoms, schedule a virtual consult on the paid portion of HT.
Answered 7/10/2021
0 views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
I suffer from GAD, SAD & Hypochondria since many years. I have mild neuropathy & Idiopathic RLS also, taken anxiety med such as Effexor in past but couldn't continue it due to side-effects, doctor suggest Cymbalta now, Can i expect same side effects?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
My aunt has a lot of shaking in her legs and her doctor says its neuropathy however I think she may have ms or pakinzes?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Doctor told me small fiber neuropathy mainly only occurs in the feet but my symptoms come into my legs. So would I not have small fiber neuropathy?
8 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
People also searched for:
Hello Doctor (s), Can RLS affects both limbs or just one ?? Whether the tingling symptom can be felt during daytime in mild intensity? How to differentiate between Peripheral Neuropathy & RLS? What's that major difference between these two ? Thanks?
I am having diabetic neuropathy. It is very painful. My doctor wants to try neurontin (gabapentin). It may also help with my restless legs syndrome. any ideas?
What type of Neuropathy is " Distal Motor Axonal Peroneal" exactly,?? NCS test suggesting for the Right limb only but i have constant tingling in both feets along with RLS like symptoms. No sugar, no vit. deficiency, thyroid & iron normal. Thanks doc?
Got distal motor axonal peroneal neuropathy in one leg but the issue is i am having stiffness in that leg's all toes, i am not able to bend all of them fully without discomfort. What can i do to get relief from stiffness, plz Doctor? Thanks?
I was stable on 100 mg Neurontin since last 1 year for idiopathic RLS & mild neuropathy, however now i feel its not working, doctor suggests either dose increase OR switch to Lyrica 50mg as i requested minimum dosage if possible . Please recommend?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
