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Question
Hello doctor,
My mother was born in 1951, she has been having trouble sleeping lately. Tossed night could not sleep. The day was very tiring, and it was impossible to fall asleep at noon. Need to be consulted by a doctor to improve insomnia in a 70-year-old person? Thanks for the advice doctor.
Huong Thao (1983)
Answer
Answered by a Neurologist - Department of Medical Examination & Internal Medicine, Vinmec Central Park International General Hospital.
Hello,
With the question "How to improve insomnia in 70-year-old people? ", the doctor answered as follows:
Insomnia in the elderly can be either primary insomnia or secondary insomnia (insomnia as a result of a certain medical condition). Currently, her insomnia has deteriorated her health, so she needs treatment. Therefore, you should take her to the doctor to screen for the cause and treat appropriately.
Some ways to improve insomnia for the elderly, you can refer to:
Exercise regular physical activities, weight balance between mental and physical activity. Sleep in an absolutely quiet environment, with no light. Incorporating physical factors to facilitate falling asleep easier such as steady noises, falling rain, rustling leaves, lullabies, etc. Self-relieve conflicts, obsessive thoughts Daily routine helps to relax, rest, entertain according to habit, use warm, light food that is easy to digest, go to bed when sleepy... If you wake up, just do light exercise, increase exercise in the morning. shining. Actively relax, do not think endlessly, focus on breathing, count 1 - 2 - 3 to self-inhibit the cerebral cortex, easy to fall asleep. If you still have questions about the improvement of insomnia in 70-year-old people, you can go to a hospital of Vinmec Health System for an examination. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
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