Why Do My Arms And Legs Feel Restless At Night?

Posted on Tue, 17 Apr 2018

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Question : hi, My name is XXXX, age 31, moderately built. I am suffering from severe restlessness in my arms & legs since last 1 month during night hours due to which I can't sleep. otherwise I am perfectly fine during day time. please suggest. regards// XXXX

Answered by Dr. Dr. Nagamani N.G (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Vitamin deficiency

Detailed Answer:

Hi XXXXXXX,

The restlessness could be due to Vitamin B12 and magnesium deficiency. I suggest you take vitamin B12 and magnesium supplements for 60 days.

Many a time these symptoms are seen due to dopamine imbalance. To rule out this you should consult the doctor once.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nagamani Ng, General & Family Physician

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Nagamani N.G (27 minutes later)

How can the dopamine imbalance be confirmed- by any lab tests, or some physical symptoms.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Nagamani N.G (14 hours later)

Brief Answer:
No specific lab tests.

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

There is no specific lab test for this. There are only a few physical examinations which are done physician can rule out the condition. But as I said earlier Dopamine imbalance I just one of the cause.

Apart from that Anemia, Diabetes, Vitamin and some mineral deficiencies are the commonest causes. You can get lab tests for all these deficiencies.

Hope I have answered your query.

Regards,
Dr. Nagamani Ng, General & Family Physician

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng