Leg discomfort without pain during sleep at night, what could be the cause?
Disease description:
I always feel uncomfortable in my legs while sleeping at night. I can't quite describe the exact sensation—it's not painful, but it's very uncomfortable, no matter how I position my legs. This situation has persisted for some time now, and it's seriously affecting my sleep. I would like to know what could be causing this uncomfortable leg sensation at night that isn't painful.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen Jian
The phenomenon of experiencing leg discomfort but not pain while sleeping at night may be related to multiple factors. The following are some possible causes:
1. Restless Legs Syndrome: This is a neurological disorder characterized by indescribable discomfort in the legs during rest, such as crawling sensations, itching, or twitching, compelling patients to move their legs to alleviate symptoms.
2. Calcium deficiency: When blood calcium levels are low, muscle excitability increases, causing the leg muscles to remain tense for prolonged periods, resulting in discomfort. This situation can be alleviated by calcium supplementation, such as calcium gluconate oral solution or calcium carbonate D3 chewable tablets.
3. Exposure to cold: If the indoor temperature is too low, leg muscles may spasm, causing leg discomfort. Therefore, maintaining an appropriate indoor temperature and avoiding cold exposure to the legs are key to preventing this condition.
4. Excessive fatigue: Excessive physical activity during the day may lead to excessive lactic acid buildup in the legs, causing discomfort while sleeping at night. In such cases, appropriate stretching and rest can help relieve the discomfort.
