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COMMON SLEEP DISORDER

COMMON SLEEP DISORDER

Sleep disorder 1: Insomia

Insomnia, the inability to get the amount of sleep you need to wake up feeling rested and refreshed, is the most common sleep complaint. Insomnia is often a symptom of another problem, such as stress, anxiety, depression, or an underlying health condition. It can also be caused by lifestyle choices, including the medications you take, lack of exercise, jet lag, or even the amount of coffee you drink.

symptoms of insomnia include:
Difficulty falling asleep at night or getting back to sleep after waking during the night
Waking up frequently during the night
Your sleep feels light, fragmented, or exhausting
You need to take something (sleeping pills, nightcap, supplements) in order to get to sleep
Sleepiness and low energy during the day
Whatever the cause of your insomnia, being mindful of your sleep habits and learning to relax will help you sleep better and feel better. The good news is that most cases of insomnia can be cured with lifestyle changes you can make on your own—without relying on sleep specialists or turning to prescription or over-the-counter sleeping pills.

Sleep disorder 2: Sleep apnea


Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder in which your breathing temporarily stops during sleep due to the blockage of the upper airways. These pauses in breathing interrupt your sleep, leading to many awakenings each hour. While most people with sleep apnea don’t remember these awakenings, they might feel exhausted during the day, irritable and depressed, or see a decrease in productivity.
Sleep apnea is a serious, and potentially life-threatening, sleep disorder. If you suspect that you or a loved one may have sleep apnea, see a doctor right away. Sleep apnea can be successfully treated with Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP), a mask-like device that delivers a stream of air while you sleep. Losing weight, elevating the head of the bed, and sleeping on your side can also help in cases of mild to moderate sleep apnea.
Symptoms of sleep apnea include:
Loud, chronic snoring
Frequent pauses in breathing during sleep
Gasping, snorting, or choking during sleep
Feeling exhausted after waking and sleepy during the day, no matter how much time you spent in bed
Waking up with shortness of breath, chest pains, headaches, nasal congestion, or a dry throat


Sleep disorder 3: Restless legs syndrome (RLS)

 

Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a sleep disorder that c

auses an almost irresistible urge to move your legs (or arms). The urge to move occurs when you’re resting or lying down and is usually due to uncomfortable, tingly, aching, or creeping sensations.
Common signs and symptoms of restless legs syndrome include:
Uncomfortable sensations deep within the legs, accompanied by a strong urge to move them
The leg sensations are triggered by rest and get worse at night
The uncomfortable sensations temporarily get better when you move, stretch, or massage your legs
Repetitive cramping or jerking of the legs during sleep


Sleep disorder 4: Narcolepsy

 

Narcolepsy is a sleep disorder that involves excessive, uncontrollable daytime sleepiness. It is caused by a dysfunction of the brain mechanism that controls sleeping and waking. If you have narcolepsy, you may have “sleep attacks” while in the middle of talking, working, or even driving.
Common signs and symptoms of narcolepsy include:
Seeing or hearing things when you’re drowsy or starting to dream before you’re fully asleep
Suddenly feeling weak or losing control of your muscles when you’re laughing, angry, or experiencing other strong emotions
Dreaming right away after going to sleep or having intense dreams
Feeling paralyzed and unable to move when you’re waking up or dozing off