Question:
Is this a vitamin/mineral deficiency??

I am 2+ years post-op. Lately I have been having the strangest sensation in my legs...mainly my left one. It's hard to describe other than a "jumpiness" or a tickling, crawling, restless-type involuntary internal movements. It seems to be mainly in my thigh area. It's especially bad when I lay down at night. It's a very odd feeling. I am prone to expect it to be some sort of vitamin deficiency. Can anyone tell me what this may be, or if you've experienced it as well? Thanks a bunch!    — Mary W. (posted on June 10, 2004)

June 10, 2004
This sounds like restless-leg syndrome. My husband takes prescription meds for it. I noticed that lately I have the same problem you described. I take one of his pills and then it's fine. I don't think it has to do with diet.
   — greg17

June 10, 2004
I am 16 months post-op and a couple of months ago started having the same problem in addition to a few others. The first thing my doctor did was run blood work, and sure enough, my B12 level was 150 (850 below optimal). When was the last time you had your blood work?
   — dreama

June 10, 2004
I agree that this sounds like restless leg syndrome. I had it when I weighted 252 and still have it at 117. I had hoped that it would go away with weight loss, but unfortunately not. I suppose you should get it checked out anyway, but sure sounds like what I have experienced for years. Good luck!
   — sherry H.

June 10, 2004
Also, check your magnesium RBC levels. Many things can be tied to a magnesium deficiency. Try googling it to see if you recognize yourself in some of the symptoms reported. Also, check out my webpage. Link is in my profile and my magnesium deficiency page link is at the bottom of the first page that comes up from the profile link. Sandra
   — Arizona_Sun