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I am a type 2 diabetic and have disturbed sleep patterns. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 48-year-old male suffering from type 2 diabetes. I have been experiencing disturbances in my sleep patterns. I have begun to wonder whether there might be a connection between my diabetes and my poor sleep quality. I want guidance on how to improve my sleep quality. Are there an... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. It is not uncommon for individuals with type 2 diabetes to experience disturbances in their sleep pattern and yes there is a link between them. It can be due to fluctuations in blood sugar levels, especially low sugar levels that will aff... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I have had a very sharp pain in my lower back that goes to my neck and hips. I am not able to sleep at night and sometimes cannot even stand straight without pain. When I work out and try to stand up it is really hard. What could this be? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I read your query and understand your concern. This could either be a muscle spasm or a nerve impingement in the spine, I suggest 1. Avoid lifting heavy weights. 2. Avoid arching your back, instead bend your knees to pick up something from the floor. 3. Avoid sitting fo... Read Full »
I have been experiencing nightmares, hallucinations, and sleep issues. How can I prevent it?
Query: Hello Doctor. Recently, I have been having disturbed sleep, with nightmares and shaking and sweating of the body. Even after I wake up, the thought lingers in my mind. I cannot always figure out what my dreams mean, and they are not always relatable. I also feel disoriented during these times with h... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. The nightmares indicate that you have latent depressive symptoms. I assure you that you should not be concerned about your condition, but I recommend that you focus more on your career right now, pursue any kind of hobby, ... Read Full »
I have a disturbed sleep and morning drowsiness. Pease help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am 56 years old and self-employed. I do not have much work for the last few months as I have reduced my business for a gradual retirement. I go to bed at about 10 PM. I get up once in between for urination. Most of the day, in the last few months, my sleep gets disturbed at about 4 AM a... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query. You are suffering from two problems. One is nasal block and the other is sleep disturbance, which may be insomnia. You can stop Xaria plus (combination of Montelukast and Fexofenadine). Instead of that you can take Flutiflo-FT - F... Read Full »
Are my lucid dreaming and sleep paralysis due to somniphobia?
Query: Hello doctor, I think I have somniphobia. Last time, I experienced two episodes of false awakening, lucid dreaming, and sleep paralysis all in one night. Experiencing these three phenomena in one night has made me scared to sleep. What should I do?Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries. I can understand your concern. Experiencing false awakenings, lucid dreams, and sleep paralysis can be unsettling, but they are relatively common and often not harmful. Somniphobia or fear of sleep can indeed develop after such e... Read Full »
I am addicted to Benadryl. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am spending sleepless nights. I am struggling to fall asleep and often get disturbed by dreams. I feel restless legs throughout the night. The next morning when I wake up I feel fatigue. I am addicted to Benadryl to get sleep. But, I am trying to avoid it now. Please guide me for a s... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As per your complaints, it seems that you might have developed dependence on Benadryl. And it is quite possible that due to this dependence you might be having these symptoms. Benadryl is basically a Codeine-based cough syrup, which is an antitussive agent OTC (over... Read Full »
I frequently awaken at night. Is it due to anxiety and depression?
Query: Hello doctor, A little over two years ago, I experienced some stress in my life that resulted in a high level of anxiety and depression. I was prescribed Paxil and took it for one year. At the time, I was also taking Diovan and Atenolol for hypertension, Pantoprazole for reflux, and Simvastatin for ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Do you currently have hypertension? When you wake up early morning, do you have hot flashes or night sweats? Do you have headaches with these episodes? Have you checked your thyroid level recently? Any palpitations felt? If yes, have you had an EKG (Electrocardiogram) t... Read Full »
Why am I experiencing sleep issues during the night?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been experiencing sleep problems for the past three to four years. I used to stay up all night playing on the computer. I am only 18 years old, and it is becoming a problem. Yesterday, I woke up feeling tired. I want to fix my sleep. I only slept for two or three hours. Now, whe... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries. I can understand your concern. You should try to follow the below guidelines to deal with your sleep problem. It will help you. Engage in daily exercises for 30 to 45 minutes, such as going for a walk. Practice meditation for... Read Full »
I am experiencing sleep disturbances. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have been having trouble with my sleep lately, and I am considering looking into sleep medicine. 1. Can you explain the common types of sleep disorders, like insomnia and sleep apnea, and how sleep medicine can help in managing these issues? 2. Are there non-pharmacological approac... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. In response to your questions about insomnia and sleep apnea, I can summarize them below: Briefly, insomnia is defined as difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep despite wanting to sleep and having enough time for ... Read Full »
My sleep disturbances are causing irritation in the morning. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 38-year-old female. I do not have any health issues, and I am not under any medications either. But still, I am not able to get deep sleep at night. What could be the reason? Most days, I go to bed early, yet it is hard to get seven hours of sleep. Every day, I wake up in betwee... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries. I am sorry to hear that you are struggling with sleep. There could be several factors contributing to your sleep issues. Here are some suggestions for improving your sleep quality and addressing potential causes: Establish a consi... Read Full »