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Is it normal to have insomnia & nightmare's after a mf craniotomy? 3 weeks post op and i can't fall asleep, stay asleep or i have vivid nighmares.
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Talk to your surgeon: I would talk to your surgeon. This could be medication related as well. A previous history of sleep apnea, insomnia, nightmares or PTSD can also be factoring.
Answered 3/19/2015
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