Restless legs syndrome

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What is restless legs syndrome?

Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a neurological disorder characterized by an unpleasant sensation in the legs and an urge to move them for relief; usually occurs during periods of inactivity, particularly at night. RLS sensations may also be felt in the arms or other parts of the body.

Common symptoms reported by people with restless legs syndrome

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Amphetamine-Dextroamphetamine Modafinil Multivitamins
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Tramadol Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen Gabapentin
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Aromatherapy Listen to Music Relaxation Techniques
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Ropinirole Pramipexole Clonazepam
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Duloxetine Fluoxetine Sertraline
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Clonazepam Alprazolam Lorazepam
Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
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Treatments taken by people for restless legs syndrome

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Compare treatments taken by people with restless legs syndrome

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Who has restless legs syndrome on PatientsLikeMe?

  • 0 new patients joined this month
  • 722 say restless legs syndrome (RLS) is their primary condition
Age
Age Proportion # of patients
<20 0
20s 92
30s 286
40s 265
50s 253
60s 244
70+ 700
Age at first symptom
Age at first symptom Proportion # of patients
0-19 years 169
20-29 years 139
30-39 years 116
40-49 years 119
50-59 years 106
60-69 years 81
70+ years 65

Distribution of sex

Sex
Sex Proportion # of patients
Male 577
Female 2982
Diagnosis status
Diagnosis status Proportion # of patients
Diagnosed 1853
Not Diagnosed 268
These charts show data from restless legs syndrome (RLS) patients who have completed their condition history
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