Sleep disturbances

Sleep disturbances affect nearly everyone at some point. They occur when you have difficulty falling or staying asleep, which leads to daytime fatigue or sleepiness.
Some common sleep disturbances include:

• Insomnia - Difficulty falling or staying asleep


• Sleep apnea - Brief pauses in breathing during sleep


• Restless leg syndrome - Uncomfortable sensations and urge to move legs


• Narcolepsy - Falling asleep unexpectedly during the day

What Causes Sleep Disturbances?

There are many potential causes, such as:

• Stress or anxiety


• Underlying health conditions - thyroid, Parkinson's, cancer


• Medications


• Sleep environment - noise, light, uncomfortable bed


• Disrupting sleep routines - inconsistent bed/wake times

Sleep disturbances can negatively impact your quality of life and health. People with chronic sleep disorders are at risk for:

• High blood pressure


• Heart disease


• Stroke


• Obesity


• Depression


• Lower productivity


• Increased errors

If you struggle with sleep, I recommend contacting the sleep health professionals at Vitality Hormone Center. Their team can provide a comprehensive evaluation and evidence-based solutions to help you achieve restful nights again.

Seeking Treatment for Sleep Disorders

The first step is maintaining good sleep hygiene habits:

• Going to bed/waking up at consistent times


• Limiting caffeine, alcohol before bedtime


• Ensuring comfortable, dark sleeping environment

If self-care strategies don't resolve the issues, see your physician or a sleep specialist. They can:

• Identify underlying causes


• Provide sleep studies to diagnose conditions like sleep apnea


• Prescribe therapies like CPAP or medications if needed


• Recommend cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia

The sleep medicine experts at Vitality Hormone Center use state-of-the-art diagnostics and personalized care plans to effectively treat sleep disorders. Visit them today to regain healthy, restorative sleep!

I hope this overview on sleep disturbances was helpful! Let me know if you have any other questions. Contact Vitality Hormone Center to schedule a sleep consultation whenever you're ready.