Common "Sleep" queries answered by top doctors | iCliniq
iCliniq / Answers / Internal Medicine / Sleep

Sleep

Sleep is a complex natural phenomenon that is essential for proper brain, lung, and heart function. It helps build immunity, regulate mood, and improve concentration. GABA, serotonin, adrenaline, histamine, acetylcholine, and cortisol are some chemicals or neurotransmitters in the brain that induce or signal sleep. People who lack 7 to 9 hours of sleep are at the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases, depression, hypertension, obesity, etc.

Recently Answered Questions Recently Answered Questions

All the answers published in this website are written by verified medical doctors, therapists and health experts. The Content has been moderated by iCliniq medical review team before publication. Post your medical clarifications on iCliniq by choosing the right specialty and get them answered. Your medical queries will be answered 24/7 by top doctors from iCliniq.

I have been experiencing difficulties sleeping for the past few days. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor,I am a 32-year-old female. Nowadays, I am not getting good sleep at night. I sleep only for four hours a day. I sit in front of the computer for ten hours a day. Is this disturbing my sleep? How to get good sleep at night? Please help.  Read Full »

Dr. Dhananjay Tiwari

Dr. Dhananjay Tiwari

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, long hours in front of the computer might be the reason for your disturbed sleep. You should improve your sleep hygiene. Things you should try to go to bed and wake up at the same time each day, even on weekends, 30 minutes before bedtime you should have a relax...  Read Full »

ask-doctor-img Ask a Doctor Online

* Your first query consult is free!

Search for a Health Issue



Disclaimer: No content published on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice or treatment by a trained physician. Seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with questions you may have regarding your symptoms and medical condition for a complete medical diagnosis. Do not delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. Read our Editorial Process to know how we create content for health articles and queries.