When to See a Doctor For Your Insomnia

Signs of symptoms of insomnia may lead you to try natural remedies or over the counter options. You may try these remedies and treatments for several weeks to months before you see that they are not working. They may have worked for awhile, but now you are back to square one. This may lead you to different options for sleep. Before you continue this vicious cycle, consider the warning signs you should be aware of for when to see a doctor for your insomnia instead.

Memory Loss from Sleep Meds

Over the counter sleeping meds may help for a small amount of time, but after repeated and long-term use you will develop two problems. The most common is the addiction to the medication and inability to sleep without it. Another side effect of long term sleep med usage is memory loss. You may find that you remember going to work, to class, or to the store but you don't remember what occurred. Your days run into the next and you just can't break them apart or remember certain aspects. This is a warning sign that you need to see a doctor for your insomnia. 

Basic Changes Aren't Working

You have tried journaling, eating better foods, exercise, and even diffusing essential oils. Nothing seems to be working and now you have the issue of running out of options. This is the optimal time for you to visit a doctor for your insomnia. This is especially true if you are concerned because there is no evident stress that is affecting your sleep and you have made all the changes for the better. There may be something wrong with your internal system and not just your mental or emotional health. A doctor can run tests for this to determine what the underlying issues may be. 

You Are on Multiple Prescription Medications

If you are on multiple prescriptions for health issues like diabetes, heart conditions, or other issues then you may be used to some form of sleep issues. What you may not be used to is when the sleep issues last for a long-term amount of time and start causing issues in your daily life. You may also, due to the prescription medications, be unable to use supplements safely. For these reasons, you will need to see your doctor to find out what sleep treatments may be open to you and if your medication may be causing severe sleep issues. Keep in mind, this may result in changes in your prescriptions and the time to get your body used to those changes. 

These are only a few of the signs you should see a doctor for your insomnia. The bottom line is, if you are experiencing ongoing sleep issues, you may want to consider at least a consultation with a doctor. This can give you some insight into issues that pertain to your insomnia and what you may need to do to stop the restless sleep cycle.  
