Insomnia
Difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or getting restful sleep despite adequate opportunity, affecting daytime function.
Also known as: sleep-onset insomnia, sleep maintenance insomnia, chronic insomnia.
Category: Mental Health
Drugs labeled for Insomnia
25 medication ingredients list an association with insomnia in current FDA labeling.
Symptoms associated with Insomnia
The following symptoms have been associated with Insomnia in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Anxiety
Intense feelings of nervousness, tension, or panic often arise in response to interpersonal stresses. There is...
Daytime Sleepiness
Excessive sleepiness during the day despite getting enough sleep at night, which can be a sign of sleep apnea ...
Difficulty Concentrating
Trouble focusing or paying attention, which can be caused by stress, sleep problems, depression, or other cond...
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Insomnia
Persistent difficulty in starting or maintaining sleep, or waking up earlier than desired, despite having adeq...
Irritability
Easily annoyed or frustrated mood, which can be caused by stress, sleep problems, hormonal changes, or mood di...
Tests used to investigate Insomnia
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Insomnia. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
Screens for thyroid disorders such as hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism....
Conditions with overlapping symptoms
These conditions share symptoms with Insomnia, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
African trypanosomiasis
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Anxiety Disorder
A group of mental health conditions characterized by excessive worry, fear, or nervousness that interferes wit...
Anxiety and Panic
Persistent anxiety and panic symptoms that affect daily function and well-being....
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Persistent, excessive worry about everyday situations that is difficult to control and interferes with daily l...
Hyperammonemia due to N-acetylglutamate synthase deficiency
Hyperammonemia due to N-acetylglutamate synthase deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with...
multiple mitochondrial dysfunctions syndrome 9b
A mitochondrial dysfunction syndrome in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the FDXR gene. It is c...
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Insomnia?
Insomnia is a health condition described in medical literature. Difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or getting restful sleep despite adequate opportunity, affecting daytime function.
What are the symptoms of Insomnia?
Insomnia is associated with 6 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Anxiety, Daytime Sleepiness, Difficulty Concentrating, Fatigue, Insomnia, Irritability. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Insomnia diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Insomnia include Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH). This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Insomnia, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.