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Autoimmune Diseases | Last Active: Sep 15, 2023 | Replies (78)

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What is small fiber neuro. and what is POTS? My daughter- in- law has reynuads and restless leg, she has difficulty sitting more than 5 minutes.

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@hmccarth5 Hello.
I’m not very familiar with Raynaud’s. Do you know what type of doctor diagnosed her? In reading a little about it, some of the symptoms mimic small fiber neuropathy (SFN) symptoms.

SFN is a nerve disorder that occurs when the small fibers of the peripheral nervous system are damaged. Symptoms vary by person. Some experience widespread pain, numbness and tingling of the hands and feet. I have experienced restless leg syndrome, too.

POTS (postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome) is an impairment of the autonomic nervous system. The autonomic nervous system controls automatic body functions such as blood pressure and heart rate. In POTS, the heart rate changes when standing are inappropriate. The condition includes a wide range of symptoms which also vary from person to person. Common symptoms aside from rapid heart rate when standing include fatigue, dizziness and abdominal discomfort.

I hope this information helps. Let me know if you have other questions or want to chat more about what your daughter in law is going through.

@hmccarth5 I’m really sorry to hear about your D-in-L’s restless leg syndrome. It can be a real problem! I’ve had it for years but never knew what it was. I told my doctor about it an she told me about the medication that is available. What a difference!! I can now sit and read and even sleep at night. I take 1 mg. Rophinerole (requip) every 12 hours and it sure helps. Be sure she asks her doctor about it. I hope this helps
Will you come back and let me know if the medication works?