What is restless leg syndrome in pregnancy

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I am a 52 year old mother of a 28 year old daughter. She is now pregnant and she has developed a new condition called restless leg syndrome. I want to know what restless leg syndrome during pregnancy is and how it affects people. How should I help my daughter? Is the condition permanent?

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Dr. Manju Kumari Obstetrician 32 yrs exp Hyderabad · Accepted Answer

Dr. Manju Kumari

Obstetrician 32 yrs exp Hyderabad

Restless leg syndrome is not common in pregnancy usually in this syndrome patient is getting excessive leg movement and sleeplessness.To get rid of she should take sufficient iron and vitamins.

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