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Sleep Problems

Sleep problems such as being unable to fall asleep, waking frequently at night or waking unrefreshed can also affect your daytime life. Persistent problems should be evaluated.

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What Might This Symptom Indicate?

Sleep problems may be related to insomnia, sleep apnea, restless legs syndrome or disturbances of the sleep rhythm. Snoring and excessive daytime sleepiness are important clues.

Warning Signs to Watch For

  • Difficulty falling or staying asleep
  • Loud snoring, pauses in breathing during sleep
  • Excessive daytime sleepiness and fatigue
  • A feeling of restlessness in the legs
  • Difficulty with attention and concentration

When Should You Seek Care?

If your sleep problems last for weeks, affect your daytime functioning or those around you notice pauses in breathing during sleep, an evaluation is recommended.

After the Evaluation

The source of the problem is determined through a sleep history and, when needed, a sleep study (polysomnography), and an individual follow-up plan is created.

Frequently Asked Questions

If there is loud snoring, pauses in breathing during sleep or marked daytime sleepiness, evaluation with a sleep study is recommended.This content is for general information only and does not replace medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult a physician regarding your symptoms.
For long-lasting insomnia, an evaluation aimed at the cause is important. Sleep hygiene adjustments are the first step.This content is for general information only and does not replace medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult a physician regarding your symptoms.

This content is for general information only and does not replace medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult a physician regarding your symptoms.

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