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Insomnia is a well known sleep disorder that is characterized by the inability to fall asleep and stay asleep. But have you ever heard of a sleep disorder known as Hypersomnia? Hypersomnia is a sleep disorder that many people do not realize that they have. This disorder is marked by reoccurring episodes of prolonged night sleeping as well as excessive daytime sleeping. Unlike an average, normal daytime nap, people with hypersomnia sometimes fall asleep at the most inappropriate times such as conversations with people, while at work or during meals.

Hypersomnia is potentially dangerous due to the fact that sufferers may fall asleep behind the wheel of a car or cooking a meal. Also diagnosed with the similar condition narcolepsy, some of these sufferers are capable of falling asleep and wake up to resume activities such as conversation. Unlike the average person, daytime naps provide no relief for someone with hypersomnia. As a result, these people will have increased difficulty staying alert along with the symptoms such as memory impairments, hallucinations, slow thinking, slow speech, loss of appetite, increased fatigue, restlessness, disorientation, anxiety and decreased energy. Some may even lose the ability to function normally in familiar settings such as social, work and family situations.

The symptoms of hypersomnia can be triggered by several factors including sleep disorders such as sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome or narcolepsy as well as acute alcohol and/or drug abuse. Hypersomnia can also be brought on by physical problems such as head trauma, tumors or injuries to the nervous system. Other physical ailments that might contribute to hypoersomnia include depression, obesity, encephalitis, epilepsy and multiple sclerosis. Certain medications or withdrawal of certain medications may also bring on symptoms. Genetic factors can play a role in some suffers while there are no real causes in others. Hypersomnia is typically diagnosed when a person is in their adolescence or young adulthood.

If you feel that you are experiencing symptoms of hyposomnia, talk to your physician for a proper diagnosis and treatment. In diagnosing hyposomnia, your doctor will ask you several questions regarding your sleeping habits and your symptoms. You will also be asked if there are any major life changes or other forms of emotional stress that you may be experiencing as well as any medication that you may be taking that might bring on the symptoms. Along with the questions, your doctor may also order certain tests such as blood tests, sleep tests and a computed tomography (CT) scan. An additional electroencephalogram (EEG), which measures the electrical activity of the brain, may also be needed in some cases.

Treatment for hypersomnia may include a switch in medication if the medication you are taking is contributing to the symptoms. If your hypersomnia is brought on by sleep apnea, a device known as continuous positive airway pressure, or CPAP may be prescribed to you. This device helps keep your airways open by a continuous flow of air into the nostrils. The CPAP is a mask which you wear while you are sleeping. Other treatments for hypersomnia include various medications such as stimulants, antidepressants and other newer medications such as Provigil and Xyrem.

Does excessive daytime sleepiness interfere with your normal everyday activities? With a proper diagnosis and treatment, you will be able to fully function in the waking world again.

Get more helpful information on various sleep disorders at http://www.apneasleepinfo.com

Does any one have any non-drug treatments for Restless Leg Syndrome?

I am 29 weeks pregnant and CANNOT get a decent night’s sleep. I am incredibly uncomfortable and exhausted. I obviously can’t take any medicines for this. Does anyone have any suggestions? I totally cut out caffeine now, and I am taking my vitamins, walking, and eating right.

Here are some ideas from the Mayo Clinic:

Lifestyle changes
Making simple lifestyle changes can play an important role in alleviating symptoms of RLS. These steps may help reduce the extra activity in your legs:

Take pain relievers. For very mild symptoms, taking an over-the-counter pain reliever such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, others) when symptoms begin may relieve the twitching and the sensations.

Try baths and massages. Soaking in a warm bath and massaging your legs can relax your muscles.

Apply warm or cool packs. You may find that the use of heat or cold, or alternating use of the two, lessens the sensations in your limbs.

Try relaxation techniques, such as meditation or yoga. Stress can aggravate RLS. Learn to relax, especially before going to bed at night.

Establish good sleep hygiene. Fatigue tends to worsen symptoms of RLS, so it’s important that you practice good sleep hygiene. Ideally, sleep hygiene involves having a cool, quiet and comfortable sleeping environment, going to bed at the same time, rising at the same time, and getting enough sleep to feel well rested. Some people with RLS find that going to bed later and rising later in the day helps in getting enough sleep.

Exercise. Getting moderate, regular exercise may relieve symptoms of RLS, but overdoing it at the gym or working out too late in the day may intensify symptoms.

Avoid caffeine. Sometimes cutting back on caffeine may help restless leg. It’s worth trying to avoid caffeine-containing products, including chocolate and caffeinated beverages such as coffee, tea and soft drinks, for a few weeks to see if this helps.

Cut back on alcohol and tobacco. These substances also may aggravate or trigger symptoms of RLS. Test to see whether avoiding them helps.

Stay mentally alert in the evening. Boredom and drowsiness before bedtime may worsen RLS.

Stretch out your day. Begin and end your day with stretching exercises or gentle massage.

Don’t fight it. If you attempt to suppress the urge to move, you may find that your symptoms only get worse. Get out of bed. Find an activity that’s distracting. Stop frequently when traveling.

Rise to new levels. You may be more comfortable if you elevate your desktop or bookstand to a height that will allow you to stand while you work or read.

Seek help. Support groups bring together family members and people with RLS. By participating in a group, your insights not only can help you but also may help someone else.

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