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Nervous System Disorders
Question #18189
72 days ago
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continuous motion problem - #18189

Muhammad

I am a bit worried about this weird stuff happening with my body, specifically this continuous motion problem that's been bugging me for a bit now. Just a few weeks ago, I was playing basketball, and out of nowhere, I started feeling like my legs were almost moving on their own. Like, I would stop running, but my legs felt like they were still wanting to go forward, you know? It’s not just normal fatigue, it feels more like this continuous motion problem that I can't control. Sometimes, when I'm sitting still, I feel this restless kind of energy that's just... there. I tried mentioning it to my doctor, but he just brushed it off as stress. But what if it’s more than that? I’ve been having trouble sleeping because of it too. My friends think I’m just overreacting, but honestly, this continuous motion problem is affecting my daily life! Has anyone else experienced anything like this? And if so, what did you do to get it checked out? Should I push for more tests or just try to manage it? I really don’t want it to get worse!

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Feeling like your legs are moving on their own or experiencing a restless sensation isn’t uncommon, but since it’s impacting your daily life and sleep, it’s worth digging into further. What you’re describing could be associated with a condition called Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS), where individuals feel an uncontrollable urge to move their legs, typically at rest and particularly in the evening or night, which could explain your sleep troubles. It can be exacerbated by fatigue or stress, but it’s vital not to merely attribute it to stress without thoroughly evaluating other potential causes. A full history, examination, and sometimes additional tests are necessary to rule out underlying issues. Ensure your doctor checks for iron deficiency, as low iron levels are commonly linked to RLS. Moreover, consider factors such as medication side effects, which might contribute to these symptoms. Lifestyle changes might help – reducing caffeine, alcohol, ensuring good sleep hygiene, and sometimes regular moderate exercise can alleviate symptoms. But having said that, you should push for more consultation, insist on a thorough review, and if required, a referral to a neurologist. Taking these steps is important because other neurological conditions, although rarer, could present with similar symptoms. Making sure you have the correct diagnosis is the cornerstone to treatment and relief. If the sensation persists or worsens, continue exploring all medical avenues, because an accurate diagnosis leads to effective management.

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