Sleep Problems, Age 12 And Older: Check Your Symptoms
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When to See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:Has your sleep problem continued after home treatment?
See significance of home treatment not solving your sleep problem if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
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You need an appointment within the next 1 to 2 weeks if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
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Do you awaken from sleep frequently to urinate?
Does pain frequently awaken you from sleep?
Does the same medical problem frequently awaken you from sleep?
Has your sleep problem caused you to limit your usual daily activities for longer than 2 weeks?
Do you still have a sleep problem after 2 weeks of home treatment?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Last updated: | January 12, 2007 |
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| Author: | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA |
| Reviewed By: | William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine, Lisa S. Weinstock, MD - Psychiatry |
| Editors: | Sydney Youngerman-Cole, RN, BSN, RNC, Tracy Landauer |
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