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What Causes Discomfort And Weakness In The Legs At Night?
What causes weakness, uncomfortable creeping sensation at night in legs, so severe that sleep is impossible. Kicking, stretching and walking do not help this horrible condition. Knees feel so weak they will buckle beneath me, and sitting or lying down is the only option. The sensation doesn t stop until sleep occurs. What is it? I m 60 years old, in good health, eat a healthy diet, etc.
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Peripheral neuropathy,Mineral deficiencies,Nerve compression or spinal disc problems should be ruled out.Blood sugar levels and Radiography of the spine,serum electrolytes and Vitamin D levels are essential to rule out the above causes.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Dr.Saranya Ramadoss, General and Family Physician
Peripheral neuropathy,Mineral deficiencies,Nerve compression or spinal disc problems should be ruled out.Blood sugar levels and Radiography of the spine,serum electrolytes and Vitamin D levels are essential to rule out the above causes.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards
Dr.Saranya Ramadoss, General and Family Physician
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