Restless legs syndrome in pregnancy. Case reports.
Restless legs syndrome is a common complaint in pregnancy affecting up to one in every three women. The exact pathophysiology is poorly understood. The majority of patients respond to simple explanation and reassurance, however, a small proportion may suffer debilitating symptoms requiring drug therapy. We describe two such cases.
Fetal Welfare Laboratory, St. George's Hospital Medical School, London, UK.
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D002220:Carbamazepine / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D011247:Pregnancy; D011248:Pregnancy Complications / Q000188:drug therapy*; D012148:Restless Legs Syndrome / Q000188:drug therapy*
D002220:Carbamazepine