Restless Leg Syndrome
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.21649/akemu.v11i3.1020Keywords:
Restless Legs Syndrome. Nocturnal Myoclonus Syndrome. General Practice. Misdiagnoses. Sleep Disorders. Dopamine Agonists. Questionnaires. Movement Disorders. Polysomnography.Abstract
Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a very common medical condition that is under recognized and often misdiagnosed and maltreated in general practice in Pakistan. It is a very distressing condition for patients and often attributed to nutritional deficiencies or labeled as simple cramps. Its cure is rarely possible. In this article the authors intend to discuss the diagnosis and management of this condition.
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04/16/2016
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Chaudhary, A., Malik, K. U., & Ahmed, J. (2016). Restless Leg Syndrome. Annals of King Edward Medical University, 11(3). https://doi.org/10.21649/akemu.v11i3.1020
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