Question 1

been on sertraline 6 months, i take it in the morning since starting have had trouble sleeping, wake up feeling like i've not slept ?

Accepted Answer

Zoloft (sertraline): Not sure what the dose is, but try changing the timing of taking it to twice daily at half dose each, with food, or taking the morning dose at dinner instead. Talk with your doctor first.

Question 2

is it normal for someone who gets 8-9 hours of sleep to wake up feeling tired?

Accepted Answer

No it is not: if you're not getting restful sleep then there is something wrong. It can be a variety of things but a few common ones are: sleep apnea, depression, anemia, and various other ailments. You're a young man and you should get yourself checked out by a good family practitioner who has a broad range of knowledge to consider in your diagnosis.

Question 3

if you were having early flu symptoms how fast would you know? if i sleep and wake up feeling fine still is it just a cold versus flu?

Accepted Answer

Influenza: Flu usually comes with fevers, aching muscles, sore throat, cough and lasts at least several days.  You are much more likely to wake up feeling better with a common cold.  Get your flu shot now- not too late.

Question 4

what are the best natural sleep aids to get a full nights sleep and wake up feeling rested?

Accepted Answer

Insomnia: There are many causes of insomnia and there are no natural sleep aids that work for everyone. Are you having trouble falling asleep or waking up frequently during the night? Do you have racing thoughts? Waking up gasping for air or having to go to bathroom? take a warm bath and try to go to bed at the same time every night. Reduce caffeine and alcohol. Get some exercise and sun during the day.

Question 5

i have anxiety and it has been preventing me from getting good sleep. i wake up feeling exhausted. what can i do to get better sleep?

Accepted Answer

Sleep hygiene: Having a plan helps.  Many people can't sleep but are drowsy all day.  Consolidating that sleep is important.  Starting with having an active awake time is helpful - wake at the same time each day, and include some form of aerobic exercise each day.  More hints are available at:  surprise!  college campuses:

http://www.ithaca.edu/sacl/healthpromotion/sleep/

Question 6

can trazodone cause rebound anxiety? been on it for 3 weeks for insomnia. helps me sleep, but i wake up feeling really anxious. what's the deal?

Accepted Answer

Rebound anxiety.: Good question--what's the deal? A good place to start to get you answer is with the doctor who prescribed the medication for you in the first place. I would be talking with that person rather than looking for an answer online. Is there some reason you aren't talking with your doc?

Question 7

it doesnt matter how much sleep i get i wake feeling tired. i feel miserable when i wake and depressed until ive woken up is there anything to help?

Accepted Answer

Sleep disorder: Talk with your provider to be tested for sleep disorder; you probably have  obstructive sleep apnoea .

Question 8

no matter what how much i have eaten before i go to sleep i always wake up feeling so hungry i feel think i might throw up is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Higher nutrient need: Pregnancy requires more calorie intake than usual because of all the changes the body is going through, and the growing baby. It would be quite normal for the body to burn through everything eaten after 8 hours of sleep. If weight is rising appropriately and there is no vomiting, then this would be unlikely to be anything serious.

Question 9

hi dr, please can you assist me. for some time now regardless how long i sleep i still wake up feeling exhausted. my sleep is always very light, and the dark circles under my eyes are getting worse. it's been like this for over a year now.

Accepted Answer

Doctor can evaluate: Normal, healthy people do not have "constant tiredness" without a good reason. One's primary care doctor can follow along and look for reasons for fatigue, such as anemia, infection, mental illness like depression, auto-immune disease, thyroid problem, cancer, sleep disorder, etc...  Various tests may be needed, depending on one's whole story, and her sequence of symptoms.

Question 10

36 weeks pregnant shortness of breath and as i sleep i wake up feeling like i stop breathing for a while should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Call your OB: Please do not take chances with you or your unborn baby.  Call your OB now...

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Been on sertraline 6 months, i take it in the morning since starting have had trouble sleeping, wake up feeling like i've not slept ?

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Is it normal for someone who gets 8-9 hours of sleep to wake up feeling tired?

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If you were having early flu symptoms how fast would you know? if i sleep and wake up feeling fine still is it just a cold versus flu?

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What are the best natural sleep aids to get a full nights sleep and wake up feeling rested?

A member asked:

I have anxiety and it has been preventing me from getting good sleep. i wake up feeling exhausted. what can i do to get better sleep?

A member asked:

Can trazodone cause rebound anxiety? been on it for 3 weeks for insomnia. helps me sleep, but i wake up feeling really anxious. what's the deal?

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It doesnt matter how much sleep i get i wake feeling tired. i feel miserable when i wake and depressed until ive woken up is there anything to help?

A member asked:

No matter what how much i have eaten before i go to sleep i always wake up feeling so hungry i feel think i might throw up is this normal?

A member asked:

Hi dr, please can you assist me. for some time now regardless how long i sleep i still wake up feeling exhausted. my sleep is always very light, and the dark circles under my eyes are getting worse. it's been like this for over a year now.

A member asked:

36 weeks pregnant shortness of breath and as i sleep i wake up feeling like i stop breathing for a while should i be concerned?

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