Question 1

can you tell me how to stay asleep and go to bed and wake up with plenty of rest?

Accepted Answer

Insomnia: Good sleep hygiene is key. Try to avoid electronics, nicotine, alcohol, caffeine, vigorous exercise, bright lights, ; large meals prior to bedtime. Regularize your sleep ; wake up times. Use the bed only for sleep. Manage stressors. Don't look at the alarm clock. Understanding why you have insomnia can be effective in treating it. A sleep medicine specialist can help with figuring that out.

Question 2

had cold/flu symptoms for 8 days, fever and productive cough stopping sleep for last 3. when should i go to the dr? how to stay asleep?

Accepted Answer

Mgt: Most uncomplicated viral illnesses should resolve within 10 days. If you have had a fever for more than three days or a prolonged course, I would advise a follow up visit.

Question 3

i'd really like to know how to fall and stay asleep?

Accepted Answer

There are hope: Make your you have angoodsleep hygien , means you are in safe and comfortable environment, make emotionally in control
exercis 3-4 hours before sleep, have shake of small bananawith tea spoon honey and warm milk beforesleep
every morning wake the same time, no drug or alcohol.

Question 4

fitbit shows i am waking. so how to fall asleep and stay asleep?

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Find out reason: What i like about devices like Fitbit is that it brings things to our attention.  If you are not aware of why these wakings happen, it may be due to an underlying problem.  If it is always in the second half of the night, consider apnea, mood disturbances, etc.  Sometimes in first part of night it may be movement disorder.  Sleep specialist may be very helpful.  Also be related to other med probs?

Question 5

how do i stay asleep all night?

Accepted Answer

Sleep hygeine: You can have sleep problems from snoring, apnea, restless legs, poor sleep hygeine, anxiety/depression, napping during the day, night seizures, noises in the neighborhood waking you up, bed bugs, waking up to use the bathroom, acid reflux, allergies, or any number of things. Get checked out if sleep hygeine doesnt work.  No reading in bed, no exercise, computer or food before bed.  No naps.

Question 6

what makes staying asleep easier?

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Avoidance: Avoidance of alcohol, avoid pets in the room, put a fan on at night, avoid too many covers, avoid caffeine after 1 pm.

Question 7

can drugs make you appear asleep?

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Absolutely: Many drugs are sedatives or have sedative side effects. Make sure to discuss any drugs- over the counter or prescription- with your physician and.Or pharmacist.

Question 8

how can i fall and stay asleep more easily?

Accepted Answer

Less screens : Cut out computer and tv before bed. Also no large meals. Try hot bath. Exercise early in the day. See your doctor if you have problems including daytime sleepiness.

Question 9

require support falling and staying asleep ?

Accepted Answer

Try using really: good sleep hygiene. Retire &amp; rise same time each day. Bedroom should be dark &amp; cool - used only for sex &amp; sleep. Turn off tv. No naps. Exercise regularly but not in late evening. No caffeine for 6 hrs &amp; no alcohol or tobacco w/i 2 hrs of sleep. Dinner should be moderate sized &amp; finished at least 2 to 3 hours before sleep. Can try warm milk, chamomile tea or melatonin along w light reading, warm

Question 10

what should i do if i can't get my baby asleep?

Accepted Answer

Insomnia: Now this is a tough one! how old is the patient? Strategies and recommendations differ with age. However some common applicable rules- dim the room lights; calming music might help.

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I'd really like to know how to fall and stay asleep?

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Fitbit shows i am waking. so how to fall asleep and stay asleep?

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How do i stay asleep all night?

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