Over 50? Keeping Up With Your Healthcare Needs

Over 50? Keeping Up With Your Healthcare Needs

Some Things You Need To Know About Sleep Disorders And Insomnia

Nellie Ryan

It is not unusual to deal with sleep problems. Many people have insomnia, sleep disorders, high anxiety, and other problems that cause them to feel that they are never getting enough sleep. A lack of sleep can cause a myriad of problems. If you are getting the sleep you need you will have health problems, psychological problems, and so much more. This is why it is important to meet with a sleep specialist about your lack of sleep as soon as possible. Here are some things that they can do for you.

1. Get To The Root Of The Problem

One of the first things the doctor will do is try to figure out what the cause is for your sleep disruptions. They won't just give you something to knock you out unless they know why you are having trouble sleeping. Many people deal with a problem called sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a breathing issue that prevents you from falling into the deepest type of sleep. So even though you may fall asleep at night, you don't actually get restful sleep because you aren't going through every sleep cycle. Sleep apnea is usually treated with a mask to wear at night, or losing weight if applicable. You also might have an anxiety disorder, this also can stop you from sleeping fitfully. A SSRI or anti-anxiety medication may be all you need. By getting to the root of the problem, there is a chance you can completely get rid of the issue without taking a sleeping aid.

2. Do A Sleep Study

If it is not immediately apparent what is causing your problems, there is a chance that you will do a sleep study. This is where you sleep at the sleep clinic lab where you have wires hooked up to you so that they can study what is happening to your muscles, brain, lungs, and so forth while you sleep. This will help the doctor to determine if there are any underlying conditions that need to be treated.

3. Prescribe a Sleep Aid

Lastly, if you do have a problem that isn't caused by an underlying condition that can easily be solved, you may be prescribed a medication for sleeping. The idea is that you need to get good sleep, and if you can't then you need assistance. There are many different options available to you and if you think you need medication, discuss your options with your doctor.

These are just some of the things you need to know about sleep disorders. 


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Over 50? Keeping Up With Your Healthcare Needs

As an adult in my 50s, I find that my body isn't as strong as it used to be. But I don't let that stop me from enjoying life! In fact, I make every effort to get the treatments I need from my doctor to improve my health. I know that I'm not a senior yet, but I do all I can to prevent the health problems that affect that age group. Because of this, I put together a health blog for people over age 50. My blog isn't a review of what you can easily find on the Internet. It's a plethora of unique information designed to help you find the services you need fast. What my blog doesn't do is tell you what to do for your health. Instead, it offers guidance and options. Please, enjoy the blog and happy reading.

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