Periodic Limb Movement Disorder (cont.)
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 What Should Someone With PLMD Avoid?
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The use of caffeine often intensifies PLMD symptoms. Caffeine-containing products such as chocolate, coffee, tea, and soft drinks should be avoided. Also many antidepressants can worsen PLMD. WebMD Medical Reference SOURCES: Last Editorial Review: 3/3/2010 © 2005-2013 WebMD, LLC. All rights reserved. Patient CommentsViewers share their comments
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