do i have insonima?

[Gracieice]

im only 15 but is always having trouble sleeping. imbecoming awake at night and trying eveything to get to sleep but by the time its 8 am im becoming tired and is falling asleep in lessons. my parents put it down to stress of up coming exams but its been happening for about 5 years now. should i be worrying i it continues. sometimes i do get a good nights sleep but is still tired during the day.

[Dr Santos]

Hi,
Thanks for the update. It is possible that the symptoms are also associated with the medicine you took. However, if you also have asthma, it is best that you see your doctor for proper evaluation. Don't be afraid to tell your mom or parents about it. You can also tell somebody close to you and accompany you to your attending physician. Take care and hope to hear from you soon.

[Gracieice]

i had a fall about a week ago and was on strong pain killers and they sent me strait to sleep i was off them last night and kept waking up durinf the night for no reason. id sit in bed awake then collaps asleep again. it happened about 4 times. my dad couldnt wake me eather so left me till 1 in the afternoon when i finaly came down stairs. im afraid to tell my mum about it so should i go to the doctors alone because im also an ashma sufferer??

[Dr Santos]

Hi,
How are you? If it has been 5 years already, I recommend that you have this checked by your doctor or be referred to a sleep specialist. Insomnia  occurs when there is difficulty falling or staying asleep. This can present with trouble falling asleep or falling asleep easily but waking up too soon. The most common type is called secondary insomnia wherein it is a symptom or side effect of some other problem such as certain medical conditions, medicines, sleep disorders, and substances. This is different to primary insomnia which occurs if there is a certain trigger like stress and emotional upset. Secondary insomnia often resolves if the cause is managed. Lifestyle changes including better sleep habits, may help. Talk to your parents about this for proper management.  Take care and do keep us posted.

[Velly1992]

Yes it could be insonima you need too get seen by a doctor i have it and its hard to go thru it i take pills for it but its hard for me cause i have a baby to worry about during the night so i dont take it all the time.