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Having an electrical sensation in lower leg especially at night. what would cause this.?

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Dr. Peter Bream answered

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Restless leg?: You may have restless leg syndrome caused by arterial insufficiency to your legs. Go see your doctor and get a test called and ankle-brachial index (abi) to determine if this is the cause, especially if your legs hurt while walking but are fine at rest.

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Answered 11/27/2017

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