Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) Discussion Board

Thanks for the info, Holland. I will definitely be checking the iron out!

Thank you, Ann and Beth. To answer your questions: Yes, I am aware that there is no diagnostic test for RLS. The tests I was actually referring to were to confirm or rule out the diabetic neuropathy, and to clarify which symptoms are which. I have looked at the RLS "qualifications," and I do, indeed...

Thank you, Beth, for your thorough reply. Silly, maybe, but I'm feeling better, already, just having found a knowledgeable (and active!) community. Your suggestion of gut connections is VERY interesting, and I will definitely be doing a thoughtful review, as you suggest. What's so interesting about ...

Edit to my original post (I can't figure out how to make this change to the post, itself):

The drug I was taking when I developed tardive dyskinesia was Abilify - an antipsychotic - not Horizant.

Okay, here goes. <deep breath> I am a 58 yo female. I don't yet have an official diagnosis, but PCM is operating under the RLS idea until I can get tested. I've had symptoms for about 3 years now, but they're getting worse rapidly, to the point that my sleep quality is very low and is impacting my w...