RLS: Why Is Misdiagnosis Is So Common?

August 30, 2013 by Lorraine Jones

A smiling doctor writing notes in a chart Sometimes it’s difficult for doctors to diagnose restless leg syndrome.

Why?

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Many cases of restless leg syndrome go undiagnosed because:

Many people do not seek a doctor’s help when they have symptoms.
Most people visit a doctor during the day, when symptoms are not present or are only mild.
Some doctors do not recognize the condition and may believe that the symptoms are caused by other conditions, such as insomnia, stress, muscle cramps, or arthritis.
Restless legs syndrome does occur in children but it is hard to diagnose for the same reasons.

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Children often are not able to describe their symptoms. A parent’s observations of the child’s behavior and sleep may be helpful. Knowing that a parent or other close relative has restless legs syndrome can also help the doctor make a diagnosis of restless legs syndrome in the child.

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