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Can stress and lack of sleep cause brain cells to die and as a result ms someday? any non-prescription meds to help stay asleep?

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Dr. Charles Cattano answered

Ref: Time magazine: I think you'll find your answers best addressed by a well-researched recent article in Time magazine about sleep disorders, nightmares, and post-traumatic stress. I recommend after reviewing the article that you ask your physician to direct you to the local sleep medicine specialist who can provide diagnostic and therapeutic options.

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Answered 5/10/2017

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A member asked:

Can stress and lack of sleep cause brain cells to die and as a result ms someday? any non-prescription meds to help stay asleep?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Charles Cattano answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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