Insomnia rarely occurs by itself. It is often an alarm bell, indicating the development of a number of diseases. What health problems can be indicated by poor sleep?
Dr. Lana
Digestive problems
Gastrointestinal diseases can be a cause of insomnia. Indeed, it is not easy to fall asleep if you are experiencing abdominal pain, heartburn, flatulence, nausea, etc. There is a theory that lack of sleep impairs the function of the gastrointestinal tract, which results in a vicious circle. So, if poor sleep is accompanied by the symptoms described above, you should visit a gastroenterologist.
Anemia
Scientists associate iron deficiency anemia ===with a decrease in sleep quality. The mechanism is simple. Insomnia occurs when iron reserves are depleted in the earliest stages of the disease, as levels of ferritin, one of the most important regulators of sleep, decrease. If sleep deterioration is accompanied by hair loss, brittle nails, pallor, fatigue, dizziness, or...
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