Sleep Problems, Age 12 and Older
When To See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:
Has your sleep problem continued after home treatment?
See significance of home treatment not solving your sleep problem if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
You need an appointment within the next 1 to 2 weeks if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
Yes Do you awaken from sleep frequently to urinate?
Yes Does pain frequently awaken you from sleep?
Yes Does the same medical problem frequently awaken you from sleep?
Yes Has your sleep problem caused you to limit your usual daily activities for longer than 2 weeks?
Yes Do you still have a sleep problem after 2 weeks of home treatment?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Author: | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA | Last Updated: January 12, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine Lisa S. Weinstock, MD - Psychiatry | |
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