ANSWER: Sun Spots is certain that most people can relate. Constant calls are beyond annoying.

Depending on what kind of cell phone you have and who your carrier is, you should have the option of blocking “unknown” numbers. Downloadable apps also exist to block anyone calling with a private, blocked or unknown number. Check with your phone company to see what they offer and if they can help you set this up on your phone.

If calls still make it through despite updating your technology, the Federal Communications Commission recommends letting the company know which numbers are producing unwanted calls so they can help block those calls for you and others.

In addition, the FCC allows you to register both your landline and your mobile phone numbers on the Do Not Call list. You can do this right online at www.donotcall.gov.

If these calls still make it through, Congress has explicitly empowered consumers to choose to take legal action. All non-emergency robocalls, both telemarketing and informational, require a consumer’s permission to be made to a wireless phone. According to the FCC’s website, you can tell unwanted callers that you do not consent to the call, make a record of the number and when you made your request not to be called and if they continue, inform the FCC.

More information can be found at www.fcc.gov/stop-unwanted-calls.

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am writing in response to no name with restless leg syndrome. I’m surprised your doctor doesn’t seem to know about RLS. I also have RLS and told my doctor and she prescribed me ropinirole. She knew exactly what it was. I take a half in the afternoon and a half before bed. What a relief it is. I’m surprised you could stand it for years. I get very restless, can’t sleep or sit without my leg jumping. I hope you find a doctor who can help you. — No name, no town.

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Your answer to the person suffering from restless legs syndrome was just right. RLS.org is a great resource for the 6 to 8 percent of the adult population (children do have it, too) who suffer from this life-altering condition. Joining the RLS organization will provide helpful information about substances and medications to avoid, ongoing research, available medications and publications you can give your health care providers.

There is help available — the nearest support group is in Portland — and, once you mention it in appropriate settings, you will find many other people experience it as well. — Silver Moore-Leamon, Auburn.

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