Restless Legs Syndrome Glossary of TermsThe following are health and medical definitions of terms that appear in the Restless Legs Syndrome article.
Acute: Of abrupt onset, in reference to a disease. Acute often also connotes an illness th... See the entire definition of AcuteAging: The process of becoming older, a process that is genetically determined and environ... See the entire definition of AgingAlprazolam: A benzodiazepine sedative that causes dose-related depression of the central n... See the entire definition of AlprazolamAmitriptyline: An antidepressant medication. In some patients with depression, abnormal l... See the entire definition of AmitriptylineAmyloidosis: A group of diseases that result from the abnormal deposition of a protein, ca... See the entire definition of AmyloidosisAnemia: The condition of having a lower-than-normal number of red blood cells or quantity ... See the entire definition of AnemiaAnticonvulsant: A medication used to control (prevent) seizures (convulsions) or stop an o... See the entire definition of AnticonvulsantAntidepressant: Anything, and especially a drug, used to prevent or treat depression. Arms: An appendage in anatomy and in clinical trials. See: Arm. Arthritis: Inflammation of a joint. When joints are inflamed they can develop stiffness, w... See the entire definition of ArthritisBenzodiazepines: A class of drugs that act as tranquilizers and are commonly used in the t... See the entire definition of BenzodiazepinesBrain: The portion of the central nervous system that is located within the skull. It func... See the entire definition of BrainBrain stem: The stem-like part of the base of the brain that is connected to the spinal co... See the entire definition of Brain stemCaffeine: A stimulant compound found naturally in coffee, tea, cocoa (chocolate), and kola... See the entire definition of CaffeineCell: The basic structural and functional unit of any living thing. Each cell is a small c... See the entire definition of CellCholesterol: The most common type of steroid in the body. Cholesterol has a reputation for... See the entire definition of CholesterolChronic: In medicine, lasting a long time. A chronic condition is one that lasts 3 months ... See the entire definition of ChronicChronic obstructive pulmonary disease: COPD. Any disorder that persistently obstructs bron... See the entire definition of Chronic obstructive pulmonary diseaseCOPD: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Any disorder that persistently obstructs bron... See the entire definition of COPDCure: 1. To heal, to make well, to restore to good health. 2. A time withou... See the entire definition of CureDiabetes: Refers to diabetes mellitus or, less often, to diabetes insipidus. Diabetes mell... See the entire definition of DiabetesDiagnosis: 1 The nature of a disease; the identification of an illness. 2 A ... See the entire definition of DiagnosisDialysis: The process of cleansing the blood by passing it through a special machine. Dial... See the entire definition of DialysisDopamine: An important neurotransmitter (messenger) in the brain. Eskalith: See: Lithium. Fatigue: A condition characterized by a lessened capacity for work and reduced efficiency ... See the entire definition of FatigueFibromyalgia: A disease characterized by chronic pain, stiffness, and tenderness of muscle... See the entire definition of FibromyalgiaHemoglobin: The oxygen-carrying pigment and predominant protein in the red blood cells. He... See the entire definition of HemoglobinHormone: A chemical substance produced in the body that controls and regulates the activit... See the entire definition of HormoneHypothyroid: Deficiency of thyroid hormone which is normally made by the thyroid gland wh... See the entire definition of HypothyroidismIdiopathic: Of unknown cause. Any disease that is of uncertain or unknown origin may be te... See the entire definition of IdiopathicInflammation: A localized reaction that produces redness, warmth, swelling, and pain as a ... See the entire definition of InflammationInjury: Harm or hurt. To harm, hurt, or wound. The word injure may be in physical or emot... See the entire definition of InjuryInsomnia: The perception or complaint of inadequate or poor-quality sleep due to a number ... See the entire definition of InsomniaInvoluntary: Done other than in accordance with the conscious will of the individual. The ... See the entire definition of InvoluntaryIron: An essential mineral. Iron is necessary for the transport of oxygen (via hemoglobin ... See the entire definition of IronIron deficiency anemia: A common form of nutritional disorder, iron deficiency results in... See the entire definition of Iron deficiency anemiaItching: An uncomfortable sensation in the skin that feels as if something is crawling on ... See the entire definition of ItchingKidney: One of a pair of organs located in the right and left side of the abdomen. The kid... See the entire definition of KidneyLab test: A test that is done in the laboratory where the appropriate equipment, supplies,... See the entire definition of Lab testLeg: In popular usage, the part of the body from the top of the thigh down to the foot, an... See the entire definition of LegLimb: An arm or a leg. Lithium: A naturally occurring salt that, in purified form, is used to treat certain psych... See the entire definition of LithiumLyme disease: An inflammatory disease that is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi... See the entire definition of Lyme diseaseMagnesium: A mineral involved in many processes in the body including nerve signaling, the... See the entire definition of MagnesiumMagnesium deficiency: Can occur due to inadequate intake or impaired intestinal absorption... See the entire definition of Magnesium deficiencyMetabolic: Relating to metabolism, the whole range of biochemical processes that occur wit... See the entire definition of MetabolicMethadone: A synthetic opiate. The most common medical use for methadone is as a legal sub... See the entire definition of MethadoneMuscle: Muscle is the tissue of the body which primarily functions as a source of power. T... See the entire definition of MuscleMyelitis: Inflammation of the spinal cord, such as from infection or immune inflammation. Nerve: A bundle of fibers that uses electrical and chemical signals to transmit sensory an... See the entire definition of NerveNeuropathy: Any disease or malfunction of the nerves. Neurotransmitter: A chemical that is released from a nerve cell which thereby transmits an... See the entire definition of NeurotransmitterNicotine: An alkaloid (a nitrogen-containing chemical) made by the tobacco plant or produc... See the entire definition of NicotineOrgan: A relatively independent part of the body that carries out one or more special func... See the entire definition of OrganOxycodone: Oxycodone is the active ingredient in OxyContin. Oxycodone is an opioid, a clos... See the entire definition of OxycodoneOxygen: The odorless gas that is present in the air and necessary to maintain life. Oxygen... See the entire definition of OxygenPain: An unpleasant sensation that can range from mild, localized discomfort to agony. Pa... See the entire definition of PainPeripheral: Situated away from the center, as opposed to centrally located. Peripheral neuropathy: A problem with the functioning of the nerves outside the spinal cor... See the entire definition of Peripheral neuropathyPhysical therapy: A branch of rehabilitative health that uses specially designed exercises... See the entire definition of Physical therapyPolysomnography: Continuous recording of specific physiologic variables during sleep. Poly... See the entire definition of PolysomnographyPorphyria: One of a variety of hereditary diseases that are characterized by abnormalities... See the entire definition of PorphyriaPregnant: The state of carrying a developing fetus within the body. Prescription: A physician's order for the preparation and administration of a drug or dev... See the entire definition of PrescriptionPrognosis: The forecast of the probable outcome or course of a disease; the patient's chan... See the entire definition of PrognosisPsychiatric: Pertaining to or within the purview of psychiatry, the medical specialty conc... See the entire definition of PsychiatricPulmonary: Having to do with the lungs. Rehabilitation: The process of helping a person who has suffered an illness or injury rest... See the entire definition of RehabilitationRemission: Disappearance of the signs and symptoms of cancer or other disease. A remission... See the entire definition of RemissionRestless legs: See: Restless leg syndrome. Rheumatoid arthritis: An autoimmune disease characterized by chronic inflammation of joint... See the entire definition of Rheumatoid arthritisSensation: In medicine and physiology, sensation refers to the registration of an incoming... See the entire definition of SensationSjogren syndrome: An autoimmune disease that classically combines dry eyes, dry mouth, and... See the entire definition of Sjogren syndromeSleep: The body's rest cycle. Sleep disorders: Any disorder that affects, disrupts, or involves sleep. The most common... See the entire definition of Sleep disordersSpinal cord: The major column of nerve tissue that is connected to the brain and lies with... See the entire definition of Spinal cordSpinal cord injury: Trauma or damage to the spinal cord, the major column of nerve tissue ... See the entire definition of Spinal cord injuryStomach: The digestive organ that is located in the upper abdomen, under the ribs. The upp... See the entire definition of StomachStress: In a medical or biological context stress is a physical, mental, or emotional fact... See the entire definition of StressSubstance: 1. Material with particular features. Surgery: The branch of medicine that employs operations in the treatment of disease or inj... See the entire definition of SurgerySyndrome: A combination of symptoms and signs that together represent a disease process. Therapy: The treatment of disease. Therapy is synonymous with treatment. Thyroid: 1. The thyroid gland. Also, pertaining to the thyroid gland. 2. A p... See the entire definition of ThyroidThyroid hormone: A chemical substance made by the thyroid gland for export into the bloods... See the entire definition of Thyroid hormoneUremia: The presence of excessive amounts of urea in the blood, which may be a sign of ki... See the entire definition of UremiaVaricose veins: See: Varicose vein. Xanax: See: Alprazolam.
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