Restless legs syndrome (RLS) in a case of hook worm infestation
Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports - Year 2017, Vol 5, Issue 9
Abstract
Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is characterised by irresistible urge to move the leg when at rest or while trying to fall asleep. The cause of RLS mostly idiopathic. A variety of factors can cause RLS such as iron deficiency, peripheral neuropathies and uraemia and can be worsened by pregnancy, caffeine, alcohol etc. There are genetic factors contribute to RLS although as yet, the mechanism through which they cause RLS remains unknown.Iron deficiency is the most common treatable cause. Iron deficiency anemia in chronic blood loss due to hookworm infections is commonly found in rural area. Here we report a case of RLS in a patient suffering from chronic iron deficiency anaemia due to hookworm infestation. More research needed keeping the background in mind.
Authors and Affiliations
Dr. SkAshik Uzzaman, DrBaidyanathGhosh Dastidar, Dr. Ranjan Das, Dr. Marufa Bilkish, Dr. Asharul Hossain, Dr. Sumit Mukherjee
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