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Restless legs syndrome
Hello Sir/Mam, I am suffering from RLS (primary). for last 4 years. Have tried all the medicines. Prescribed by neurophysician. But there is no improvement. The pain & symptoms are severe. I feel like cutting my legs. I can't do any work.I want to know if there is surgery to get some relief.( like nerve decompression, reducing or cutting of calf muscle).my age is .30 . Male. Please let me know. Thank you.
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Dr. Prachi Barvalia
Neurologist
8 yrs exp
Mumbai
If your diagnosis is restless leg syndrome
Then surgery doesn’t work as it is a problem causes by dopamine dysfunction in brain
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Dr. Amitabh Gupta
Spine Surgeon
19 yrs exp
Delhi
Yes there is ways to get relief but needs consultation.
Start with keeping good hydration and regular massage
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