Insomina

Insomina is characterized by an inability to sleep and/or to be incapable of remaining asleep for a reasonable period. It is often caused by fear, stress, anxiety, medications, herbs, caffeine or sometimes for no apparent reason. Difficulty sleeping affects most people at some stage of their lives, and causes a variety of problems such as daytime sleepiness, sudden onset of sleep during the day, poor concentration, low mood, irritability, or fatigue. In neurological diseases there can be several causes including poor sleep hygiene, pain, medication, ability to turn in bed, anxiety, or depression. An important factor to consider is breathing ability. Sleep apnea can occur due to weakness of the respiratory muscles. Daytime sleepiness, poor cognitive function, and waking up with a headache (not due to alcohol) are all warning signs.Sleep apnea is a condition that occurs when a sleeping person's breathing is interrupted, thus interrupting the normal sleep cycle. With the obstructive form of the condition, some part of the sleeper's respiratory tract loses muscle tone and partially collapses. People with obstructive sleep apnea often do not remember any of this, but they complain of excessive sleepiness during the day. Central sleep apnea interrupts the normal breathing stimulus of the central nervous system, and the individual must actually wake up to resume breathing. Sleep apnea often responds well to non-invasive ventilation. Where insomnia is caused by other factors such as stress, depression, or pain, treatment of these underlying conditions should be considered a priority.
This information should not be considered medical advice. Consult your doctor before utilizing any treatments described here.