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How Can Chronic Insomnia Be Treated?
I have severe insomnia. Unable to sleep. I m under Doctors care we ve tried everything. Something work for a day or a week. Then I m up for two to three days at a time. I so exhausted. I have lots of medical issues going on. It seems my mind doesn t stop thinking. I m very irritable, depressed, frustrated. Any recommendation.
Thu, 28 Feb 2019
Hi,
Treatment for insomnia consists of improving sleep habits, behaviour therapy and identifying and treating underlying causes.
Sleeping pills may also be used but should be monitored for side effects.
Self-care, Improved sleep habits, Therapies, Cognitive behavioural therapy and Light therapy, Medications, Sedative, Antihistamine, and Antidepressant.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Monish De, Oncologist
Treatment for insomnia consists of improving sleep habits, behaviour therapy and identifying and treating underlying causes.
Sleeping pills may also be used but should be monitored for side effects.
Self-care, Improved sleep habits, Therapies, Cognitive behavioural therapy and Light therapy, Medications, Sedative, Antihistamine, and Antidepressant.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Monish De, Oncologist
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