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My brain shows repetitive thoughts with disturbed sleep. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 16-year-old male. I was not able to sleep. Last night, I played a videogame for a couple of hours before sleep. When I went to sleep at about two o clock, I could not fall asleep, even if I tried thinking of something else. My brain basically played the game over and over again and... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. It is due to the game only. They are running in your subconscious mind and due to that, you are not able to sleep. It will become fine within a few days. Try to stop playing games and divert your mind from playing and try to do other things su... Read Full »
Please suggest the diagnosis on my EEG report as I could not sleep.
Query: Hello doctor, Could you please analyze the electroencephalogram (EEG) recording enclosed and provide me with a detailed diagnosis? The reason for this examination is that I have problems falling and staying asleep for two years. I sleep only three to four hours a day, with common medication not or p... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your reports. (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The EEG (electroencephalogram) looks normal. There is no evidence of epileptic activity. There are some changes which are benign (marked by blue pen) and no need to worry about that. I would l... Read Full »
I am sleep deprived which is affecting my health. Why so?
Query: Hello doctor, I am reaching out to you with concerns about sleep deprivation and its potential impact on health. Could you please help me understand what constitutes sleep deprivation? What are the common causes and factors that contribute to insufficient sleep? How does it affect both physical an... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query. Sleep is a very important part of our life. It is important for our mind as well as our body. Sleep deprivation occurs when an individual consistently does not get enough sleep to meet their physiological and psychological needs. Common causes includ... Read Full »
I am having insomnia after my brother's loss. Kindly help.
Query: Hi doctor,I am a 34-year-old woman struggling with insomnia after the loss of my elder brother. I find it challenging to maintain a healthy sleep routine among my responsibilities. Beyond general sleep hygiene practices, are there specific relaxation techniques or lifestyle adjustments that could he... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq, and thank you for choosing us as your provider for health care. I have gone through your history and understand your concerns. I understand the immense grief and challenging insomnia you are experiencing after the loss of your brother. Losing a loved one, especially a clos... Read Full »
I have not slept in 30 hours. What should I do?
Query: Hi doctor,I have been having symptoms synonymous with a panic disorder. I have constant panic attacks and a constant dread feeling inside me. My main question is this. My doctor prescribed me Mirtazapine, and like everyone, I would drift off to sleep. Just as I was about to dream, I would wake up wi... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Mirtazapine may require several weeks to fully manage your anxiety. Be patient, communicate any concerns with your doctor, and adhere to their prescribed dosage. I suggest you follow the below-mentioned instructions: 1. Cognitive-behavior... Read Full »
What are the effects of sleep deprivation?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 40-year-old male. I have been experiencing difficulties maintaining a consistent and adequate sleep schedule and would greatly appreciate insights into the potential health impacts of sleep deprivation. Could you provide information on the consequences of chronic sleep deprivati... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, I am here to help you with your health queries. I can understand your concern. Lack of adequate sleep can lead to many complications. Some of these complications can further hinder the ability to get sufficient sleep. Sleep deprivation causes elevated levels of the stress hormone cortisol, ... Read Full »
My sleep quality is bad. How can it be improved?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 30-year-old female. I would like to know the significance of sleep in maintaining overall health and well-being, and how much sleep is generally recommended for adults and children. I have been having difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep. Are there common factors or lifes... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I appreciate the confidence that you place in me for your healthcare consultation. I would like to share the following information with you: Significance of sleep: Sleep is essential for maintaining one's overall health and well-being. During sleep, the body repai... Read Full »
I am experiencing extreme fatigue and muscle twitching. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I have had this problem for 8 years with no proper solutions. Please help. Strange sensations, tiredness, feeling of heaviness in the arms and legs. Hands and feet become warm. I have an electrical shock like feeling in face. I have extreme fatigue, unsteadiness and muscle twitching... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concerns. From the available description it appears that you are suffering with fibromyalgia syndrome. This is a disorder which generally occurs in middle age women (I am not aware about your age and gender). It is cha... Read Full »
I have been unable to sleep for the last two weeks. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have been unable to sleep for the past 2 weeks. I am preparing for my exam so things about studying always go on in my mind whenever I try to sleep. And I sleep around 4 to 5 am morning and the whole day I am tired and irritated. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You can follow the advice to maintain the sleep cycle. Check your thyroid level. Do not drink tea or coffee. You may have a meal around 9 pm, then walk for 10 to 15 minutes. Avoid overthinking before sleeping. Take tablet Alprax 0.25 mg. You can use sleep med... Read Full »
What causes disturbed sleep and morning drowsiness?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 56 years old and self-employed. I do not have much work for the last few months as I have reduced my business for a gradual retirement. I go to bed at about 10 PM. I get up once in between for urination. Most of the day, in the last few months, my sleep gets disturbed at about 4 AM a... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query. You are suffering from two problems. One is nasal block and the other is sleep disturbance, which may be insomnia. You can stop Xaria plus (combination of Montelukast and Fexofenadine). Instead of that you can take Flutiflo-FT - F... Read Full »