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A sleep disorder characterized by difficulty initiating or maintaining sleep; this difficulty does not occur in the context of another sleep disorder and is not etiologically linked to a mental disorder, substance use, or a general medical condition.

Symptoms of Primary insomnia

The following features are indicative of Primary insomnia:
  • sleepiness
  • fatigue
  • alertness
  • daytime sleepiness
  • low energy
  • irritability
  • depressed mood

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Common Causes of Primary insomnia

The following are the most common causes of Primary insomnia:
  • hyperthyroidism
  • psychological stress
  • restless leg syndrome
  • chronic pain
  • heart failure
  • heartburn

Other Causes of Primary insomnia

The following are the less common causes of Primary insomnia:
  • previous thoracic surgery
  • periodic limb movement disorder
  • poor sleep hygiene

Risk Factors for Primary insomnia

The following factors may increase the likelihood of Primary insomnia:
  • hypertension
  • diabetes
  • myocardial infarction
  • stroke
  • transient ischemic attack

Prevention of Primary insomnia

Yes, it may be possible to prevent Primary insomnia. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
  • do not drink caffeinated drinks before going to sleep
  • maintaining sleep hygiene
  • avoiding daytime naps
  • maintaining normal weight
  • exercise regularly
  • avoiding use of alcohol
  • quit smoking

Occurrence of Primary insomnia

Number of Cases

The following are the number of Primary insomnia cases seen each year worldwide:
  • Very common > 10 Million cases

Common Gender

Primary insomnia can occur in any gender.

Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Primary insomnia

The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Primary insomnia:
  • Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders fifth edition (DSM-5): To diagnose the type of insomnia

Complications of Primary insomnia if untreated

It is not know if Primary insomnia causes complications if left untreated.

Self-care for Primary insomnia

The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Primary insomnia:
  • do not drink caffeinated drinks before going to sleep
  • maintaining sleep hygiene
  • avoiding daytime naps
  • maintaining normal weight
  • exercise regularly
  • avoiding use of alcohol
  • quit smoking

Alternative Medicine for Treatment of Primary insomnia

The following alternate medicine and therapies are known to help in the treatment or management of Primary insomnia:
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy: Improve symptoms of insomnia

Last updated date

This page was last updated on 2/04/2019.
This page provides information for Primary insomnia.

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