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What Causes Restlessness During Sleep In An Elderly Person?

I am a healthy active 51 year old woman who sleeps very restlessly! Sometimes I am restless over 35 times in a night and generally awake during the night for over an hour. I fall asleep easily but do not sleep soundly. I am a teacher with two teens at home so every moment I m asleep needs to count! What can I do?
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have restlessness during sleep in an elderly person. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like sleep apnea , restless legs syndrome or narcolepsy. I would suggest you consult general practitioner for proper examination . Doctor may order sleep study , blood test along with checking vitals .Doctor may recommend CPAP machine after sleep study . Doctor may also refer you to psychiatrist for psychological problem . For now di light exercises daily , do mind relaxing exercises like meditation and yoga .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Restlessness During Sleep In An Elderly Person?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have restlessness during sleep in an elderly person. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like sleep apnea , restless legs syndrome or narcolepsy. I would suggest you consult general practitioner for proper examination . Doctor may order sleep study , blood test along with checking vitals .Doctor may recommend CPAP machine after sleep study . Doctor may also refer you to psychiatrist for psychological problem . For now di light exercises daily , do mind relaxing exercises like meditation and yoga . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari