Sleep Disturbances
Sleep disorders are a group of conditions that affects the ability to sleep well on a regular basis. Whether they are caused by a health problems or by too much stress, sleep disorders are becoming increasingly common amongst aging Americans.
Transitioning into menopause means your body is experiencing from lower hormone production, resulting in a hormonal deficit. This can result in hot flashes and some of the other menopausal symptoms you may have heard about. While any menopause symptoms you feel might be relatively mild, some women may experience anxiety, insomnia, a loss of libido and other hormonal symptoms that can affect their sex life, sleep, quality of life and overall wellness.
Our team may suggest different types of hormone replacement therapy, including estrogen replacement therapy, progesterone replacement therapy, testosterone replacement therapy or thyroid disorder management.
How are These Sleep Disturbances Treated?
Treatments for sleep disorders can vary depending on the type and underlying cause. But it generally includes a combination of lifestyle changes and medical treatments.
Changing your habits can greatly improve your quality of sleep, especially when they’re done along with medical treatments. You may want to consider:
- incorporating more vegetables and fish into your diet, and reducing sugar intake
- reducing stress and anxiety by exercising and stretching
- creating and sticking to a regular sleeping schedule
- drinking less water before bedtime
- limiting your caffeine intake, especially in the late afternoon or evening
- decreasing tobacco and alcohol use
- eating smaller low carbohydrate meals before bedtime
- maintaining a healthy weight based on your doctor’s recommendations
How are These Sleep Disturbances Treated?
- sleeping pills
- melatonin supplements
- allergy or cold medication
- medications for any underlying health issues
- breathing device or surgery
- a dental guard
We Proceed With Care
Consultation
Develop a personalized care plan
Monitoring & Managing
Benefits of Treatment for Sleep Disturbances.
- regular sleeping patterns
- decreased tiredness
- boost quality of sleep
What are different types of sleep disorders?
There are treatments available with us for all the given sleep disorders:
Insomnia.
Sleep Apnea.
Narcolepsy.
Restless Legs Syndrome.
REM Sleep Behavior Disorder.
What causes these sleep disorders?
There are many conditions, diseases and disorders that can cause sleep disturbances. In many cases, sleep disorders develop as a result of an underlying health problem:
Allergies and respiratory problems
Frequent urination
Chronic pain
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