Maintenance insomnia
Individuals affected by abnormal difficulty in staying asleep tend to wake up at night and struggle to return to sleep. This condition typically involves spending more than 30 minutes awake during the night.
Also called: Difficulty staying asleep, Insomnia middle, Middle insomnia, Waking up several times during the night.
Conditions associated with maintenance insomnia
The following conditions have been associated with maintenance insomnia in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Kohlschutter-Tonz syndrome-like
Kohlschutter-Tonz syndrome-like is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
intellectual developmental disorder, autosomal recessive 83
intellectual developmental disorder, autosomal recessive 83 is a medical condition that may be associated with...
neurocardiorenal malformation syndrome
neurocardiorenal malformation syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and...
Tests providers may use to investigate maintenance insomnia
When investigating maintenance insomnia, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside maintenance insomnia
Anxiety
Intense feelings of nervousness, tension, or panic often arise in response to interpersonal stresses. There is...
Constipation
Infrequent or difficult evacuation of feces....
Dysphagia
Difficulty in swallowing....
Hearing impairment
A decreased magnitude of the sensory perception of sound....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
Vomiting
Forceful ejection of the contents of the stomach through the mouth by means of a series of involuntary spasmic...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if maintenance insomnia is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom maintenance insomnia mean?
Maintenance insomnia is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Individuals affected by abnormal difficulty in staying asleep tend to wake up at night and struggle to return to sleep. This condition typically involves spending more than 30 minutes awake during the night.
Which conditions are associated with maintenance insomnia?
Maintenance insomnia has been reported in association with 3 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Kohlschutter-Tonz syndrome-like, intellectual developmental disorder, autosomal recessive 83, neurocardiorenal malformation syndrome. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about maintenance insomnia?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.