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"RLS" is more commonly referred to as "Restless Legs Syndrome" in the medical community. Restless Legs Syndrome
A condition that causes unpleasant feelings in the legs (and sometimes arms) relieved only when patients move their limbs. It is disruptive to a patient's sleep cycle, causing fatigue that impacts daily activities. More Information on Restless Legs Syndrome: Sleep
"RMR" is more commonly referred to as "Resting Metabolic Rate" in the medical community. Resting Metabolic Rate
A clinical measure of resting energy expenditure performed three to four hours after eating or performing significant physical activity. The term is often used interchangeably with basal metabolic rate (BMR). More Information on Resting Metabolic Rate: Exercise & Weight
"RMSF" is more commonly referred to as "Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever" in the medical community. Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever
Also Known As: "Rickettsia Rickettsii Infection"
A bacterial infection spread by the bite of a wood tick. It is characterized by spots on the skin, fever, loss of appetite, coughing, difficulty breathing and abdominal pain. More Information on Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever: Cold & Flu Basics
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