How do you approach the treatment of restless leg syndrome in pregnancy?
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Neurology · Mercy Health
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External leg compression device like home Scd’s can be helpful.
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Neurology · VUMC Neurology
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Iron supplementation is beneficial for many pregnant patients with RLS, but constipation can be problematic. Adding a stool softener can help with that issue.
Generally, it is best to avoid medications during pregnancy. Perhaps you could try Dopa-400 (essentially levodopa from velvet beans) if someo...
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Neurology · Cedars Sinai
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Magnesium Oxide 200-400 mg PO QHS
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