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I would strongly suggest seeing another doctor possibly a neurologist. I have had RLS since I was in my 30s and was blessed to be seeing a doctor who recognized what it was when I described it. I didn't start on meds until a later date and was on carbidopa-levadopa at first and I am now on Mirapex three times a day and only occasionally have break through symptoms. I do think it makes me drowsy but that is certainly the lesser of two evils. I don't know how I would live without it. My doctor also prescribed Klonopin for nights when I had trouble getting to sleep and told me how important good sleep is for all of the parts of our bodies. Good luck. I
Thanks everyone for your comments. It is a challenge. At this point it is hard to know what to do. The meds that used to work no longer do. His doc is kind of ignorant and pooh-poohing of his complaints. Symptoms are worse than ever. He is 87 and up until 2 months ago was vital, sharp and healthy. Now he shuffles around all day, he is exhausted and is at the end of his rope. I'm afraid he will have to be institutionalized as he feels like he can't do anything--won't leave the house, can't (or won't) attend to activities of daily living. Obsesses all day long about his jumpy legs. I try to distract him and tell him to at least go outside and breathe fresh air or talk to friends but he can't seem to talk about anything except his condition. Anyway, this is a miserable disease.
I have had restless leg for almost 20 years. Was not getting restorative sleep and my body was showing the signs of it. Had a sleep test about 5 years ago and was finally diagnosed with RLS. I have been on Requip for 5 years and just got bumped up to 4mgs / night. My legs start to act up as early as 3PM. I can't take the meds until before bedtime as it makes me nauseous after about 1/2 hour. Some nights are unbearable and I feel I could fall asleep standing up, but my legs won't quit. Hence the raise in dosage. I am only 59, and completely understand what your dad is going through. I have been at home for over 2 years now, caring for my mom, 24/7. Some days can be a challenge when I don't get a good nights sleep. A few suggestions would be, watch his sugar intake, and definitely keep him away from caffeine!!! These are 2 things that make RLS much worse. Also, that last couple hours before bedtime should be quiet and relaxing. Going to bed after any kind of activity is not good. I hope this helps. Good luck to your dad.
There are a lot of meds available now -years ago when my husband first had the problem most docs did not even know about the condition-there is a restless leg organazion that sends out newsletters for a small donation-I do not remember the name of it but they are up to date with the current meds for the condition-it often is passed down in families and where one med will not work on a person another will so you may have to try some out before you find the one that works-the best is to find a neurologist who will be able to work with you-it is a very hard disease to live with but there are many meds out there now-when my husband started having problems the docs made him feel like he was crazy until our son found an artical in the paper many years ago and it was such a relief to him to have a name for this problem.
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I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
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You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
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Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
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Anyway, this is a miserable disease.
Some nights are unbearable and I feel I could fall asleep standing up, but my legs won't quit. Hence the raise in dosage. I am only 59, and completely understand what your dad is going through. I have been at home for over 2 years now, caring for my mom, 24/7. Some days can be a challenge when I don't get a good nights sleep.
A few suggestions would be, watch his sugar intake, and definitely keep him away from caffeine!!! These are 2 things that make RLS much worse. Also, that last couple hours before bedtime should be quiet and relaxing. Going to bed after any kind of activity is not good. I hope this helps.
Good luck to your dad.