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Insomnia

It is possible that you have the condition, "restless legs syndrome."

This problem is not dangerous but it can result in inadequate sleep.

Restless legs syndrome can be caused by some medications (most commonly, psychiatric medicines). It can also be a symptom of iron deficiency. Most often, it is unexplained.

If your doctor feels that restless legs syndrome is an appropriate diagnosis, there are several different medications that may relieve your symptoms.

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Online Medical Reviewer: Faculty of Harvard Medical School
Date Last Reviewed: 8/18/2006
Date Last Modified: 8/7/2006

Source: from Harvard Health Decision Guides, Harvard Health Publications, Copyright © 2007 by President and Fellows of Harvard College. All rights reserved. Used with permission of StayWell.
 
 
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