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Lack of sleep
I'm unable to sleep properly and I'm hardly sleeping for 2-3 hrs on a daily basis for a few days. Even though after finishing my work and travelling for more than 2 hours I'm unable to sleep. Maybe my sleep cycle got disturbed due to the night shift.
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Not sleeping more than 2–3 hours is often related to night‑shift work and lifestyle changes. Before starting any medicine, it is better to fix sleep habits.
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If possible, avoid night shifts and try to move to a day shift. Keep a regular sleep time, avoid mobile phone and caffeine before sleep, and keep the room dark and quiet.
You can try melatonin before sleep and practice deep breathing, yoga, or mindfulness exercises to relax your mind. Stress and emotional factors can also affect sleep.
If sleep does not improve after these changes, then you can think about meditation.
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Hello,
I am Dr. Romain Rajan, General Physician (Ex Govt Medical Officer at RML Hospital, New Delhi), and your case has been allotted to me.
Thank you for sharing your concern. I understand how distressing it can be to feel exhausted yet unable to sleep, especially after long work hours and travel.
Based on what you have described, this problem is most consistent with sleep cycle disturbance and acute insomnia related to night shift work. Night shifts commonly disrupt the bodyâs internal clock, due to which the brain remains alert even when the body is physically tired. This leads to difficulty falling asleep or sleeping only for a few hours.
At present, this does not appear to be a serious condition, but it does require timely correction to avoid long term sleep problems.
What you should do now
⢠Fix a regular sleep and wake-up time as much as possible
⢠Avoid mobile, laptop, or TV at least 1 hour before sleep
⢠Keep your bedroom dark, quiet, and comfortable
⢠Avoid tea, coffee, caffeine, and energy drinks after evening
⢠Have a light dinner at least 2 to 3 hours before bedtime
⢠Avoid long daytime naps
⢠Try relaxation techniques such as deep breathing before sleep
When you should consult a doctor
⢠If sleep remains less than 4 hours despite these measures
⢠If anxiety, palpitations, irritability, or low mood develops
⢠If sleep disturbance continues beyond 1 to 2 weeks
Sometimes, short term medical support or melatonin is required to reset the sleep cycle, but this should be decided after proper assessment.
Please remember that online advice has its limitations. A one to one consultation helps in identifying triggers and planning personalised treatment for faster recovery.
For personalised one to one consultation on this issue or any other health concern, you can reach out to me directly on WhatsApp at 85271646 seven seven.
Wishing you good health and restful sleep
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In night shift sleep pattern is always disturbed.
Clonazepam 0.5 after breakfast n sleep. 3to5 days.
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Please consult for further management and evaluation.
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Dr. Upasna
General Physician
3 yrs exp
Ghaziabad
You can take melatonin supplements. And try to fix your schedule
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Kamlesh Kalsariya
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Do yoga meditation
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Do yoga meditation
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Do connect and consult
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