Sleep Problems

Questions and Answers

1. How do I get mom to bed at a reasonable time?

   - How do I get mom to get to bed at a reasonable time rather than the 3 - 6 am that she is doing now? She doesn't have trouble sleeping, she gets side-tracked and doesn't realize the time.
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2. Does sleep deprivation affect the brain?

   - I sleep 2 to 3 hours a night do the brain shut down after so many hours without sleep? Find out at Caring.com.
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3. FAQ: What Can I Do About Leg Discomfort That Wakes Me up in the Night?

   - Restless leg syndrome can have many causes. What to tell your doctor, what treatments to expect, and what lifestyle changes could ease the problem.
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4. What makes sleep apnea get worse?

   - My mom was previous diagnosed with moderate obstructive sleep apnea. After nearly a year of trying to tolerate a 13 setting on her CPAP, she underwent surgery to remove her uvula, bulky tissue in her throat and the correction of a deviated septum.
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5. I am too anxious to sleep, what can be done for nighttime anxiety?

   - How can I calm nighttime anxiety when I'm too anxious to sleep? My 82-year-old mother has trouble falling asleep at night. She says she's thinking about all the errands she wants to get done the next day and the bills she has to pay, and her mind just won't stop. Does warm milk really help people sleep...
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6. FAQ: Is There a Solution for Insomnia Caused by Waking up to Use the Bathroom?

   - If you can't sleep after waking up to use the bathroom, learn to solve your bathroom needs -- or see if a different problem is what wakes you up.
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7. FAQ: Is it normal to wake often to use the bathroom?

   - If you can't sleep after waking up to use the bathroom, learn to solve your bathroom needs -- or see if a different problem is what wakes you up.
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8. Are sleep problems after stroke common?

   - What about a stroke could cause sleep deprivation? Learn more at www.caring.com
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9. FAQ: How Can I Get My Doctor to Take My Sleep Problems Seriously?

   - For help with chronic sleep problems, you may need to see a specialist: Why going to your primary care physician may not be enough to get sleep help.
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