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What Causes Restless Leg Syndrome Along With Crawling Sensation On The Skin?

Hi, for more than 10 years I have had Restless Legs Syndrome. The degree of this illness could be categorized as severe. In the past few years additionally I now have problem with a sensation of skin crawling on my chest, comes in waves every 30-45 seconds. Like RLS it mostly but not exclusively occurs when lying down. Together between being sleep deprived and frequently unable to take naps for the same reason, it is affecting my ability to function. Age 67, I am very healthy and active otherwise, still working full time, and would like to continue to do so. Steve
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Hi,

In people with mild to moderate restless legs syndrome, lifestyle changes, such as beginning a regular exercise program, establishing regular sleep patterns, and eliminating or decreasing the use of caffeine, alcohol, and tobacco, may be helpful.

Also, some home remedies that may help include: Leg massages, Hot baths or heating pads or ice packs applied to the legs, Good sleep habits.

Medications may be helpful but are used only in severe cases and maybe, Neupro, and Requip or benzodiazepines. Anticonvulsants, or antiseizure drugs, such as Tegretol, Lyrica or Neurontin.

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

Take care

Regards,
Dr Ivan R. Rommstein, General Surgeon
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What Causes Restless Leg Syndrome Along With Crawling Sensation On The Skin?

Hi, In people with mild to moderate restless legs syndrome, lifestyle changes, such as beginning a regular exercise program, establishing regular sleep patterns, and eliminating or decreasing the use of caffeine, alcohol, and tobacco, may be helpful. Also, some home remedies that may help include: Leg massages, Hot baths or heating pads or ice packs applied to the legs, Good sleep habits. Medications may be helpful but are used only in severe cases and maybe, Neupro, and Requip or benzodiazepines. Anticonvulsants, or antiseizure drugs, such as Tegretol, Lyrica or Neurontin. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Ivan R. Rommstein, General Surgeon