(1) Difficulty initiating sleep, maintaining sleep, or experiencing non-restorative sleep;
(2) This difficulty occurs despite adequate opportunity and conditions for sleep;
(3) This sleep impairment is associated with daytime impairment or distress;
(4) This difficulty sleeping occurs at least thrice a week and has persisted for at least one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Nguy\u00ean nh\u00e2n<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Insomnia is a disorder caused by various factors, with psychological and psychiatric factors accounting for 50% of cases. Medical conditions and the use of treatment medications make up 25% of cases. Additionally, primary (idiopathic) insomnia accounts for 15% of cases. Furthermore, other causes, such as poor sleep hygiene, contribute to 10% of cases.<\/p>\n\n\n
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It has been found that risk factors for insomnia include depression, anxiety disorders, and changes in sleep-wake schedules. Additionally, women, the elderly, and individuals with chronic illnesses are also at higher risk of experiencing sleeplessness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Symptoms of Insomnia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Patients with sleep deprivation often experience the following sleep-related symptoms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Difficulty falling asleep: taking a long time to get to sleep<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Difficulty maintaining sleep: quickly waking up during the night<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Waking up earlier than desired<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Difficulty adhering to a regular sleep schedule<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Symptoms of Insomnia<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n Furthermore, patients may also experience daytime symptoms related to sleep issues, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Fatigue and irritability<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Reduced attention and concentration<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Impaired ability to work, study, and perform daily activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Mood disturbances, irritability<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Daytime sleepiness<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Behavioral issues: hyperactivity, impulsiveness, aggression<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Decreased energy, reduced ability to think and create<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Increased likelihood of errors and mistakes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Ch\u1ea9n \u0111o\u00e1n<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
According to the International Classification of Sleep Disorders, 3rd Edition – ICSD 3, insomnia is a clinical diagnosis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In addition, to support diagnosis and treatment, the doctor may prescribe the following paraclinical tests:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Polysomnogram: measures physiological parameters such as electroencephalogram (EEG), electrooculogram (EOG), electromyography (EMG), and finally, electrocardiogram (ECG).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Blood test: The doctor prescribes a blood test to rule out diseases that cause insomnia, such as thyroid disease, diabetes, and anemia.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Brain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI): MRI helps to comprehensively examine the brain’s structure to assess the status of blood vessels, tumors, and ventricles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\u0110i\u1ec1u tr\u1ecb<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Untreated insomnia can lead to several serious consequences, such as impaired concentration and poor memory. Moreover, it negatively impacts family and social relationships. Additionally, it can result in a reduced quality of life and an increased risk of cardiovascular, metabolic, and cancer-related diseases. Furthermore, insomnia also raises the likelihood of anxiety disorders and depression. Therefore, treating insomnia is essential to improving the patient’s health and quality of life.<\/p>\n\n\n
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