27) Do you have asthma?
Asthma sufferers often have significant troubles with sleep because attacks can occur during sleep and so there is both real danger and fear of possible danger that hinders sleep. Often times asthma sufferers will sleep on an incline to help keep their heads up.
28) Do you have an allergy, congested nose, or coughing that bothers you at night?
Any breathing difficulty hampers sleep. While a rare bout with a cold or a cough usually won't worry a person too much, chronic congestion or allergies can significantly disrupt sleep. Chances are, if you've answered Yes to this, you've also had help from a physician, which is recommended. Another option is to investigate Oriental Medicine or other Alternative care for treatment alternatives.
29) Do you have medical problems that keep you awake at night?
44) Do you have arthritis, back pain, or other pain that keeps you awake?
If you answer Yes to either of the above two questions, then taking medications for sleep becomes much more complicated. In addition to discussing your sleep difficulties with your physician, please review some of these pages for ideas that may help:
Another option is to investigate Oriental Medicine or other Alternative care for treatment alternatives.
47) Please describe any changes in your sex drive since you’ve had troubles with sleep.
Changes in sex drive can be a symptom of insomnia, it can also point to another medical condition. Please check with your counselor or physician.
Sleep Evaluation
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