Sleep onset insomnia
Difficulty initiating sleep, that is, increased sleep onset latency, refers to the condition where it takes 30 minutes or more to fall asleep.
Also called: Difficulty falling asleep, Early insomnia, Increased sleep latency, Sleep onset insomnia, Trouble falling asleep.
Conditions associated with sleep onset insomnia
The following conditions have been associated with sleep onset insomnia in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
intellectual developmental disorder with autism and macrocephaly
intellectual developmental disorder with autism and macrocephaly is a medical condition that may be associated...
intellectual developmental disorder with dysmorphic facies and behavioral abnormalities
intellectual developmental disorder with dysmorphic facies and behavioral abnormalities is a medical condition...
intellectual developmental disorder, autosomal dominant 77
intellectual developmental disorder, autosomal dominant 77 is a medical condition that may be associated with ...
intellectual developmental disorder, autosomal recessive 83
intellectual developmental disorder, autosomal recessive 83 is a medical condition that may be associated with...
neurodevelopmental disorder with hyperkinetic movements, seizures, and structural brain abnormalities
neurodevelopmental disorder with hyperkinetic movements, seizures, and structural brain abnormalities is a med...
neurodevelopmental disorder with seizures and impaired intellectual and language development
neurodevelopmental disorder with seizures and impaired intellectual and language development is a medical cond...
Tests providers may use to investigate sleep onset insomnia
When investigating sleep onset 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 sleep onset insomnia
Constipation
Infrequent or difficult evacuation of feces....
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Muscle weakness
Reduced strength of muscles....
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 sleep onset 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 sleep onset insomnia mean?
Sleep onset insomnia is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Difficulty initiating sleep, that is, increased sleep onset latency, refers to the condition where it takes 30 minutes or more to fall asleep.
Which conditions are associated with sleep onset insomnia?
Sleep onset insomnia has been reported in association with 6 conditions in the medical literature we index, including intellectual developmental disorder with autism and macrocephaly, intellectual developmental disorder with dysmorphic facies and behavioral abnormalities, intellectual developmental disorder, autosomal dominant 77, intellectual developmental disorder, autosomal recessive 83, neurodevelopmental disorder with hyperkinetic movements, seizures, and structural brain abnormalities. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about sleep onset 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.