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INSOMNIA
Insomnia is a condition that makes it difficult to fall asleep, stay asleep, or both. Many things contribute to insomnia including medical conditions, psychiatric conditions, lifestyle habits, and eating habits.
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Medical conditions that commonly contribute to insomnia include arthritis, chronic pain, endocrine problems, asthma, gastrointestinal problems, lower back pain, and/or neurological conditions. Insomnia can also be worsened by certain food and beverages, alcohol, caffeine, nicotine, and eating heavy meals shortly before bed.
SYMPTOMS
Common symptoms that come with insomnia include feeling tired throughout the day, difficulty concentrating, awakening too early, tension headaches, gastrointestinal difficulties, depression, anxiety, irritability, and fatigue.
TREATMENT
There are many effective treatments to reduce insomnia. Your doctor will work with you to determine which option(s) is right for you. Many patients with insomnia find that by practicing regular sleep hygiene they experience better quality sleep at night. Sleep hygiene involves making your sleep environment as comfortable as possible, winding down before bed, going to sleep and rising at the same times each night/day, and being mindful of meals and alcohol/caffeine use close to bedtime.
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Our medical professionals at SCNA are happy to help patients struggling with insomnia, and we encourage you to reach out!