Question 1

i heard that dream lenses pushes your eyes so that it is not so curved anymore. is this true?

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True: Orthokeratology uses a series of contact lenses worn at night to flatten the cornea. It is a non-surgical method to treat low levels of nearsightedness. However, if you stop wearing the lenses for a length of time, the cornea reverts back to its original shape. There are some risks to infection associated with the overnight use of contact lenses and generally a series of lenses are required.

Question 2

why do i find it difficult to open my eyes after a scary dream?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes: We are afraid to pen our eyes after a scary dream because it was so scary we are concerned it might be real. Usually once you open your eyes and find all is well it helps. Write sown the dream and come back to it later as it has information that can be helpful to you.

Question 3

what happens if you sleep with your eyes open, does it influence your dream?

Accepted Answer

No: If you sleep with your eyes open, your eyes could become dry. You may want to see an ophthalmologist for an examination to check your corneas.  If they are drying out, then an artificial tear ointment OTC applied at bedtime may be helpful.

Question 4

i can't open my eyes when i try to wake up from a dream. i am scared to sleep because this is such an awful feeling. please help.?

Accepted Answer

?: Need more info. Can you move limbs? Can you breath normal? Inside your head are you drowsy or alert?

Question 5

why won't my eyes open after a scary dream?  any i don't even have eye crust!

Accepted Answer

Paralysis: In rem sleep our eyelid muscles are paralyzed.  If you wake up from a dream occurring during a rem cycle too quickly, your body muscles don't have time to become unparalyzed for a moment and you can't move or open your eyes.  Can be frightening but not dangerous.

Question 6

i have hypochondria. lately i can't focus, my eyes have been playing tricks on me, and i feel like i'm in a dream. anxiety or something serious?

Accepted Answer

Extreme hypochondria: presents with 33 possible anxiety symptoms, including the ones you just mentioned.   The "dream" sx makes me think you are having an acute version, which feels more like panic, or you are having something akin to depersonalization.   This is when your own thoughts seem unreal.   In all cases, this requires a visit to a psychologist or psychiatrist for a thorough eval.

Question 7

first night on lexapro, (escitalopram) i dont know if it's my anxiety or what but i feel weird. i keep feel like i'm tripping out, weird dreams when i shut my eyes?

Accepted Answer

Relaxing skills...: Lexapro (escitalopram) and ssri type medications can have start up side effects.  With anxiety is can be uncomfortable with any physical changes in the body.  Learning relaxation skills, and ways to monitor and guide one's thoughts is critical to effectively overcoming anxiety issues. If day one experiences are truly intolerable, then reach out to the prescribing clinician.  Otherwise, attempt to use relaxation.

Question 8

what does i mean when you feel physical pain after waking up from a dream? head pressure, body pressure, pressure in eyes

Accepted Answer

BP: Get your blood pressure checked. Empty your bladder before going to bed. Make sure your neck is not twisted when asleep. Hopevthis helps b.

Question 9

when i close my eyes and so tired (trying to sleep) suddenly random thoughts come to my mind like a very fast dream.should i worry?

Accepted Answer

Tired &amp; thoughts: When we are drifting into and out of sleep the filters for our thoughts are less strong and random and strange thoughts can float through our mind.  This MAY be what is happening to you.  Check w/your doctor, especially if the thoughts are negative or dangerous.  Peace and good health.

Question 10

on 25mg atenolol for elevated heart rate. i feel super spacey during the day, can't focus. feel like i'm in a dream. eyes feel weird. ?

Accepted Answer

Reduce the dose: The symptoms you are reporting could mean that your atenolol dose is higher than what you can tolerate. Discuss with your doctor to see if you can reduce it to 12.5mg. If your symptoms persist you may need a change of beta blocker to try something else

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I heard that dream lenses pushes your eyes so that it is not so curved anymore is this true

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I heard that dream lenses pushes your eyes so that it is not so curved anymore. is this true?

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Why do i find it difficult to open my eyes after a scary dream?

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What happens if you sleep with your eyes open, does it influence your dream?

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I can't open my eyes when i try to wake up from a dream. i am scared to sleep because this is such an awful feeling. please help.?

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Why won't my eyes open after a scary dream? any i don't even have eye crust!

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I have hypochondria. lately i can't focus, my eyes have been playing tricks on me, and i feel like i'm in a dream. anxiety or something serious?

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First night on lexapro, (escitalopram) i dont know if it's my anxiety or what but i feel weird. i keep feel like i'm tripping out, weird dreams when i shut my eyes?

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What does i mean when you feel physical pain after waking up from a dream? head pressure, body pressure, pressure in eyes

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When i close my eyes and so tired (trying to sleep) suddenly random thoughts come to my mind like a very fast dream.should i worry?

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On 25mg atenolol for elevated heart rate. i feel super spacey during the day, can't focus. feel like i'm in a dream. eyes feel weird. ?

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