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Someone please reassure me. I’ve had crazy insomnia for 2 weeks straight

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sarah_63400
sarah_63400

Hi everyone I literally feel like I’m going to die. The day my daughter was born 2 years ago I didn’t sleep for 3 days after birth, but eventually started sleeping again. But every couple of months I was having a few nights where I would stay awake for 2-3 nights with zero sleep. Then start sleeping every night for 1 hour then a little more over time. But two weeks ago I had the same sleepless night but haven’t been able to get ANY natural sleep, only sleep I get is from a sleeping pill. If that works I get maybe 4-6 hours. But more then likely I just stay awake. It’s actually  been over two weeks and for two days straight all I’ve done is cried because I fear I am the only person who’s going through this and I’ll never sleep again naturally. My doc started me on an antidepressant last night before bed and it’s meant to help. I’m riddled with anxiety and feel like I’m going to die. Someone please help and tell me this will pass. I’ve lost 5 kilos in a week, I have no appetite. I’ve tried everything. I went to a naturopath but all his remedies didn’t help. Will I end up in a mental hospital ? I’m so scared, anxious and can’t stop crying. I feel like a burden to my husband. Even though he has been amazing. Please someone tell me I will honestly be okay 

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  • karen45813
    karen45813 sarah_63400

    Posted

    Have you seen a sleep specialist? 

    I was having similar problems with terrible insomnia and waking up multiple times in the night. 

    So my doctor referred me to a sleep clinic and they helped me get my sleep cycle back on track. One thing that really helped with that, was the SAD light they recommended. You just shine it on your face for half an hour every morning. 

    They also sent home a sleep test, once I was sleeping a little more regularly. It turns out I have sleep apnea aswell, which is why I was waking up so often. I don’t snore at all, so I never even thought it could be a possibility. 

    So I’d recommended going to a sleep clinic for sure! 

    • sarah_63400
      sarah_63400 karen45813

      Posted

      Yes there’s one near me but I need a doctors referral so going to get one on Monday 
  • tuvshee89767
    tuvshee89767 sarah_63400

    Posted

    try CBTi, sleep restriction. Same thing happened with me. After my 3 child was born, I started to have sleepless nights 3 years ago. And it kept getting worse until it became full chronic insomnia. Just like you, I had tried everything, every pills and canabis oils, and chinese herbs. But I started this Sleep Restriction therapy 2 montgs ago, and now I feel much better, no sleepings pills, even ni melatonin. If you are interested, just search about over the internet. I wish you a good luck.
    • sarah_63400
      sarah_63400 tuvshee89767

      Posted

      Hi I haven’t tried that. Who do I go to for help. A sleep specialist?  I’m so upset it’s taken over my life. I’ve felt so crippled by this 
    • tuvshee89767
      tuvshee89767 sarah_63400

      Posted

      If you can find one, go and talk to them. For me, I live in a country, where there is no sleep therapists around. So, just start to do research. You can find plenty of information from the internet.

  • chris39129
    chris39129 sarah_63400

    Posted

    Sarah, you will overcome this and be even stronger for it.  I've had sleep problelms myself and every day was hell for about 3 years.  You will be amazed how much resilience you have. 

    So GP and sleep specialist are a good start.

    Melatonin is one good natural option which they will suggest for you if necessary. 

    You could also consider alternative options such as TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine), which views insomnia as due to a deficiency of heart or kidney energy, or from unresolved emotions.  Find a GOOD acupuncturist who can diagnose your energy levels and assist you appropriately.

    I know its easy to say, but you must do your best to stay positive and strong, in spite of having a good sleep.  This is part of resilience, rolling with the punches that life will give you.  

    Make sure you continue to eat, in spite of having no immediate appetite.  Prepare delicious food that is healthy, with plenty of vegetables and meat to get enough minerals.  Minerals will help calm your nervous system, especially calcium and magnesium.

    Speaking of nervous system, i'm sure you've heard of it but condisser mindfullness and deep breathing as a daily routine.  You can try before sleep. 

    Finally Don't expect miracles, it may take time, but what you are doing is overlaying some good habits, diet, and lifestyle.  Its like turning a big ship (towards restful sleep).

    Also examine your sleeping environment. Make sure your bedsheets, pillowcases are regularly washed in HOT water (to kill any bugs), and vacuum your bedroom once a week.   Make sure your mattress feels comfortable when you lie on it.  Buy some lavender oil and put a view drops under your pillow before sleep (naturopath prob suggested, but it really helps).  I believe bedroom should smell nice, be uncluttered, and clean.

    YOu do not belong in a mental hospital as far as I can tell.  You are articulate, intelligent and you seem like a caring considerate person.  Yes, this is a not-nice situation and it impacts your life in a big way, but you will get through it and you will be stronger for it.  

    Good luck

    Chris

  • derek_no_sleep
    derek_no_sleep sarah_63400

    Posted

    i literally live the exact same life. i'm only 23 so i dont have any kids yet to worry about but even just the stress of college has has made my insomnia skyrocket. ive had it for as long as i can remember, and its only ogtten worse with age. i have seen every sleep and mental health specialist and have had multiple sleep studies and i just cant sleep.

    the MOST insane thing about it is when i go through the serious insomnia attacks where i do not sleep for atleast two weeks aswell and i end up going to the hospital because i cant eat or drink due to the fact that my stomach is and a not and i puke. so i get extremely dehyadrated get an iv and a valium for my musple spasms due to dehydration and sleep deprivation and uncontrolobable sweating. its so miserable i do not understand how i can possibly live a normal life after college, ive had to medical withdraw from 3 semesters

     

  • paola34375
    paola34375 sarah_63400

    Posted

    Hi Sara,

    Are you doing better of your insomnia?? I have been in your same situation and antidepresants are such a good help. At least in decreasing anxiety and ruminiating thoughts, you have to be patient and you would not get crazy believe me. Let me know if you need some support. 

  • shelby_13425
    shelby_13425 sarah_63400

    Posted

    Please can some one tell me I’ll be ok too I had my 3rd baby 3 months ago and completely stopped sleeping not even napping the only sleep I’ve had Is a couple of hours from zoplicone and temazepam but they don’t always work I’ve been on numerous antidepressants in a short space of time but nothing is working I went 8 days after giving birth no sleep straight what is wrong and will I go back normal I’m loosing my mind my babies need me there only 3 month 2 years and 5 plz say this goes away because I’m loosing hope like I’m going mad I’ve never had anything like this I literally feel like my brain can’t sleep I try not to force sleep too as this makes it worse but I’ve tried everything and my life is been torn apart my mum has actually had to move into my house because I’m a mess I go weeks without one once of sleep the take a zoplicone for 2 hours of sleep . Becoming very frightened now all my bloods wer ok just waiting on a hormone doctor pychstrist just keeps giving zoplicone which don’t even work had anyone got better here plzzz say u have 
    • Insomniac18
      Insomniac18 shelby_13425

      Posted

      Hey I hope you're ok now . Well I have the same exact problem and I just can't take it anymore every month I go weeks without sleep and when I'm lucky I sleep at 6 am till 12 which is 4 hours but I also wake up in between I feel like there is sthg serious with me I can't even have a normal life my friends stoped talking to me bcz I'm too dramatic but they don't know what I'm going through I need help

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