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Insomnia is a symptom, not a stand-alone diagnosis. By definition, insomnia is "difficulty initiating or maintaining sleep, or both.
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Insomnia
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abnormal wakefulness or inability to sleep. The condition may result from illness or physical discomfort, or it may be caused by stimulants such as coffee or drugs.
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Insomnia can be either primary or secondary. Primary insomnia is not caused by any other health problem or condition. Secondary insomnia is caused some other factor.
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Insomnia, chronic: Insomnia that occurs most nights and lasts a month or more.
The treatment of chronic insomnia consists of: ...
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Insomnia can affect not only your energy level and mood, but your health as well because sleep helps bolster your immune system. Fatigue, at any age, leads to diminished mental alertness and concentration.
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Insomnia and Depression
One study, presented at a 2005 meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies, looked at data from over 1, ...
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Insomnia concerns
Alternative Names:
Sleep issues; Difficulty falling asleep
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INSOMNIA
Restful sleep is very important for mental, physical and emotional well-being. If insomnia is a problem there are several things you can do.
1. Establish regular times to go to sleep and wake up.
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Insomnia
Dr Rob Hicks
Insomnia is difficulty getting to sleep or staying asleep. Symptoms may include difficulty dropping off, and waking during the night and not being able to get back to sleep.
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Insomnia 'best tackled by therapy'
29 June 2006
Cognitive behavioural therapy could be more effective than sleeping pills for treating insomnia, according to the results of a new study.
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Insomnia is not, by itself a disease, but it is an occasional problem for over 70 million Americans. Every year, 98 million dollars are spent on over-the-counter sleeping aids and another 50 million on caffeine tablets to stay wake during the day.
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Insomnia"1 (Sleeplessness, Sleep Apnea)
Insomnia"2 [Kellogg]
Vertigo (Dizziness)
Neurasthenia"1 (Nervous Exhaustion)
Neurasthenia"2 [Kellogg]
Chorea (Nervous Twitching) [Kellogg] ...
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Insomnia; Inability to sleep; Dyssomnia; Sleeplessness; Wakefulness
Considerations: ...
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Insomnia is a stressful problem which affects most people at some time in their lives. This article provides an overview of the causes and offers advice for overcoming the problem.
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insomnia
decreased appetite
stomach aches
headaches
jitteriness
rebound activation (when the effect of the stimulant wears off hyperactive and impulsive behaviors may increase for a short period of time) ...
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Fever, insomnia, fatigue, depression, and confusion may also be present.
Treatment ...
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Insomnia
Dramatic emotional swings
Sweating
Tremors and shakes
Increased heart rate
Frequent bowel movements
Unexplained weight loss (often despite increased appetite)
Sensitivity to warm temperatures (feeling hot all the time) ...
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Savard J, Morin CM: Insomnia in the context of cancer: a review of a neglected problem. J Clin Oncol 19 (3): 895-908, 2001. [PUBMED Abstract] ...
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aromatherapy oil which mixes well with most essential oils, lavender has a wide range of medicinal and cosmetic applications, including treatment of insect bites, burns, respiratory infections, intestinal discomfort, nausea, migraine, insomnia, ...
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Also, drinking alcohol can make insomnia worse. Although it may help you go to sleep, when the drink wears off you may wake up earlier. You may also wake up more often to urinate.
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Patients on dialysis often have insomnia (trouble getting to sleep). Some people have a special problem called the sleep apnea syndrome. Episodes of apnea are breaks in breathing during sleep.
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Phosphorous is often given for fears, anxieties, insomnia and exhaustion.ا"فوسفور غا"با نظرا ""مخاوف وا"ق"ق وا"ارق وا"ارهاق.
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19Antiulcer DrugsBrand Name (Generic Name)Possible Common Side Effects Include:Axid (nitzatidine)Diarrhea, headache, nausea and vomiting, sore throatCarafate (sucralfate)Constipation, insomnia, hives, upset stomach, ...
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Estorra (esopiclone) A rapid-acting nonbenzodiazepine hypnotic for the treatment of insomnia.
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A drug used to treat insomnia, seizures, and convulsions, and to relieve anxiety and tension before surgery. It belongs to the family of drugs called central nervous system (CNS) depressants.
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persistent difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep (insomnia)
excessive daytime sleepiness
fatigue
difficulty concentrating
difficulty making decisions
memory loss (amnesia) episodes
preoccupation with self ...
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disorders characterized by insomnia or hypersomnia), PARASOMNIAS (abnormal sleep behaviors), and sleep disorders secondary to medical or psychiatric disorders. (From Thorpy, Sleep Disorders Medicine, 1994, p187) ...
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A healthcare provider should be consulted for unmanageble stress. It is important to seek help if stress is causing insomnia, depression, severe anxiety, or affecting a person's ability to function.
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In children, the most common symptom is itching in the anal area at night. Girls may also have itching in the vaginal area. Other possible symptoms include insomnia, irritability, restlessness, stomach pain and loss of appetite.
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This should not be confused with a grief reaction (death of loved one). Features may include change in eating habits, insomnia, early morning wakening, lack of interest, depressed mood, fatigue, and suicidal thoughts.
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It can also be given intravenously if a serious asthma attack is taking place. The dose of Theophylline must be closely monitored as too little has little effect, while too much can cause side effects such as abnormal heart rhythms, nausea, insomnia ...
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A deep sense of relaxation can be achieved, meaning less headaches. Other benefits of the therapy include improved memory and concentration, relief from eyestrain, and can even help anxiety and insomnia. So get rubbing! ...
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