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> Spontaneous continuous lower limb movements ? associated with paraesthesia Effects 2-10% population, M=F, FH in 50% of idiopathic ''Feature'' Akathisia (uncontrollable urge to move legs) - initially at night, worse at rest Paraesthesia - crawling / throbbing sensation Mvts may be noticed by partner ''Causes / Associations'' Iron deficiency anaemia - so check ''ferritin'' (most impt secondary cause) Uraemia (check U/E) Diabetes (check glc) Pregnancy Idiopathic Also check LFT (bilirubin), ESR ''Mx'' walk, stretch, massage Treat underlying cause (esp iron deficiency) Dopamine agonists (Pramipexole, ropinirole) Benzos Gabapentin
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