Sleeping problems can be you having trouble sleeping at night, finding it hard to fall asleep, or waking up frequently at night. The signs of a sleeping problem include the inability to focus in the day, daytime sleepiness, constant headaches, irritability, tiredness, and waking up too early.
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What is the diagnosis for restlessness in legs with irritation and lack of sleep?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 30 years old. I am having a problem of restlessness in legs, fatigue, tiredness, irritation, confusion, lack of sleep or disturbed sleep. I am currently taknig Calcium tablets. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You seem to be suffering from restless leg syndrome (RLS). This, however, needs exclusion of other issues like thyroid disorder, iron and calcium deficiency as well. If all these investigations are normal, my recommendations for your treatment would be Pregabalin along ... Read Full »
Can stress cause sleep problems and body pain?
Query: Hi doctor, My father and my grandmother died within 3 months. After they expired, I started to face many issues like LIC claim and others. Due to too much stress, I am unable to sleep at night properly and feel sleepy in the morning. Because of this reason, I am unable to concentrate on my work. I a... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I feel sorry for your loss. Your problems are stress, unable to sleep at night and body pain. So, basically it is your stress that is leading to other problems. Stress can be managed both by medication as well as by lifestyle modifications (behavior therapy). First,... Read Full »
My husband has trouble sleeping. Should we be concerned?
Query: Hello doctor, I am really worried about my husband's health. Recently, he has been having trouble sleeping, and I heard that lack of sleep might be linked to diabetes and hypertension. He is diabetic but under control and takes his medicines on time. Could you please explain how these things are co... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. There is no such connection with diabetes, but yes, sleep disturbances or stress can lead to hypertension. If your sleep is disturbed for a long time of period, like for years, and you have certain kinds of stress, then you are more prone ... Read Full »
I am 16 years old, always feel sad, and struggle to sleep. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 16-year-old boy who has been finding life hard for the past few months. I am never happy and I always feel sad. I struggle to sleep and rarely get a good night's sleep. I most likely also think I have ADHD, bipolar, anxiety, and most likely depression. I want to get these facts c... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your situation and concern. According to your description, you may have major depressive disorder. There is non-pharmacological management for depression, you should try to follow the below suggestion to deal with it, and that will help you. 1. Do exer... Read Full »
I have difficulty sleeping despite following a sleep routine. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am 44 years old, and for the past several months, I have been dealing with constant sleep deprivation. I lie in bed for hours, unable to shut my mind off, and even when I do manage to fall asleep, I wake up multiple times during the night. I am constantly fatigued, and irritable, an... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Kindly answer the following for better suggestions: 1. Do you check your blood pressure regularly? 2. Are you hypertensive? 3. Any history of excessive alcohol consumption or use of hard drugs, caffeine, or tobacco? 4. Any significant ... Read Full »
I have difficulty sleeping. Will melatonin supplements help?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 32-year-old woman. I have a very hectic lifestyle due to my work schedule. I often face issues while sleeping and seldom get a peaceful and sound sleep. Recently, my friend recommended sleep medicine (Melatonin supplements). Are these medicines safe to take? Does it help in sleep... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to Icliniq.comI can understand your concern.Melatonin is for sleep and it can be used in various situations but in your case, I would suggest you try natural ways for better sleep. Side effects are usually like laziness headache and vomiting. Starting supplements once will become an ad... Read Full »
I have sleep deprivation after giving birth. Help.
Query: Hello doctor, I gave birth to a baby girl two months back, and feel exhausted during the day due to lack of proper sleep at night, I do not get sleep even during the daytime, and this is causing headaches and tiredness throughout, kindly help me manage my sleep cycle. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. You can also try to follow the below guideline for the sleep cycle. 1. You need to fix your time for sleep, which means you must fix the time to sleep and awake. 2. You must not do any other activities in bed. 3. You ... Read Full »
I am suffering from insomnia. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I suffer from insomnia that had increased in the last year. I used a lot of medications that were prescribed to me by my local physicians such as (Diazepam, Lorazepam, Alprazolam, and Mirtazapine). Initially, it is useful at the beginning and then insomnia returned. I also follow a beha... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It seems that you have been in trouble with sleep disturbances for a quite long time. Also, it appears that you have difficulty in the onset of sleep rather than difficulty in maintaining the sleep. Before proceeding to management, I would like to know few things fir... Read Full »
I have a constant urge to urinate. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am experiencing a persistent urge to urinate, accompanied by a peculiar discomfort. The sensation of needing to urinate is constant, and it is disrupting my sleep as I frequently rush to the bathroom. Please, I need help and advice. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I do understand your concern. If your symptoms have been present for only 3 to 5 days. It is possible that you have simple cystitis, which may resolve with the following medication: 1. Take a tablet of Nitrofurantoin (100 milligrams) at bedtime for five days. 2. Take... Read Full »
I have poor sleep quality. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am on CPAP for two years and my AHI is in normal limits. But, the quality of my sleep is not good. My body and brain are not at all relaxing during sleep. I have aching muscles. Please guide. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It seems that you might have developed some sleep issues mounting for insomnia. As you have mentioned that you are using continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) and your apnea-hypopnea index (AHI) is well maintained, this sleep issue might be related with some ... Read Full »
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