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Wat can i do to improve my sleep as i often wake during the nite and always feel like i haven't been asleep and need a nap in the aftanoons?

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Dr. Ralph Morgan Lewis answered

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Insomnia: Develop sleep routine; avoid stimulants & eating heavy meals just before bedtime; if don't fall asleep in 10-15 min, get out of bed, read or do activity to make drowsy. Avoid bright lights & noisy environment. Consider being tested for sleep apnea.

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Answered 9/29/2013

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A member asked:

Wat can i do to improve my sleep as i often wake during the nite and always feel like i haven't been asleep and need a nap in the aftanoons?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ralph Morgan Lewis answered

Dr Pappas and another doctor agreed

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