Medical Conditions And Sleep Problems: Sleep Disorders
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Medical conditions and sleep problems
People who sleep perfectly well may still be troubled by excessive daytime sleepiness because of a variety of underlying medical illnesses, including kidney or liver disease and respiratory disorders. A sleep disturbance may be a symptom of underlying medical illness itself or may be an adverse effect of therapy. The stress of chronic illness can also cause insomnia and daytime drowsiness. Common conditions often associated with sleep problems include heartburn, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, musculoskeletal disorders, eating disorders, kidney disease, mental illness, neurological disorders, respiratory problems, and thyroid disease.
Snoozing newsMore than 1 in 10 Americans take a prescription or over-the-counter sleep aid at least a few nights a month to help them sleep. |
| Last updated: | January 23, 2007 |
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