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I have chronic insomnia and need treatment?
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There are many causes.: There are over 80 different types of sleep disorders. I am referring you to the mayo clinic website on causes of insomnia because there's not enough space here to answer the question. Best wishes and have a happy holiday season. www.mayoclinic.com/health/insomnia/ds00187/dsection=causes insomnia — comprehensive review covers symptoms, causes, treatment for this sleeping problem. See a sleep doc.
Answered 10/20/2017
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Sleep study: Insomnia, defined as insufficient or inadequate sleep, is a common sleep complaint. It includes difficulty in falling or staying asleep at least three times per week for longer than one month, spontaneous awakenings and difficulty in returning to sleep, a lack of restorative sleep, and daytime sleepiness. Rec.: see neurologist/sleep specialist for sleep study investigation and treatment.
Answered 12/21/2013
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