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Why is side sleep position not safe for infants under 3 month. My lo is very comfortable in that position

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Babies should always be placed on their backs while in the crib. Side-sleeping or sleeping on the tummy is strongly discouraged, as it is known to be associated with increase risk of SIDS. (Sudden Inf ...  Read More

My son is 3 month old, he is sleeping on one side, can this age babies sleep on side position, is there won't be any problem, what is the best sleeping positions for them

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The baby should sleep only in supine position at this age. He can sleep on one side for some time under supervision. Absolutely not in prone position. Can be life threatening. Best position : Supine ...  Read More

I am 28 years old and I recently discovered that sleeping positions affect a lot of things such as quality of sleep, heart health and the general health of the body. I was wondering if there is a specific kind of sleeping position that everyone must adopt. What is considered to be a good sleeping position? How does the position benefit us?

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Sideways ...  Read More

I am 8 weeks pregnant which sleeping position is good for me and baby I am comfortable in sleeping on right side Is it safe?

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Any position is okay right now. At 8 weeks the pregnancy is v v tiny. ...  Read More

Hi Mam/sir My baby is 45 days old and he always likes to sleep on his sides if I try to change his position to his back he is waking up...is side sleeping fine for this age please suggest

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Yes absolutely fine let him be. Only position not to be allowed is on the stomach bcz that can sometimes lead to smothering of the child. ...  Read More

Many times, It is difficult for me to change the position of my head from left to right when I'm sleeping. This only happens when my head is positioned on the left side. It threatens a lot on the extent It makes me think that I'm about to die. However, after a few minutes I always manage to rotate my head and immediatelywake up.

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It can be positional vertigo.consult online or on phone through Practo for differential diagnosis and proper treatment. ...  Read More

My baby was born on Oct 19 from normal delivery and from then I've noticed that my baby sleeps on the left side only. I'm worried that this is a serious problem. He turns his head from left to centre to right. But the sleeping position is always left. I tried to make him sleep in the right side but he automatically prefers the left side. I've succe

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If baby is moving both hands and both legs equally well and neck movement are also good, then this might just be a sleeping preference for the baby. It would still be advisable to visit your pediatric ...  Read More

I am 30 weeks pregnant. I try to sleep only on sides, but unfortunately I end up sleeping on back. It feels easy to breathe on back. I change my position every two hours as I keep getting up between sleep, yet I see that many times I am on my back. Is that harming the baby? How long should be the max time to play on back while sleeping

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Lying in lateral position relieves pressure on your blood vessels & gives better blood supply to baby. That is why it is advocated. You can lie on your back in between. ...  Read More

Hello doctor, m 20 weeks 4 days pregnant. Daily night m sleeping on sides but I will fold my legs and sleep. Mostly I will put one leg on pillow (fold the leg) and other leg is straight in that position I sleep. Will it hurt my baby? Pls suggest me

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No need to analyze this much.if you are comfortable and having a good sleep your baby will be happy ...  Read More

I wanted to ask If sleeping in a specific position causes pregnancy? I was spooning while sleeping with my partner. Both of us were fully clothed Jeans and inner wear. No humping/grinding/penetration. No intention of sexual Intercourse. Just sleeping while spooning

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No. ...  Read More

LHello Doctor, I've been experiencing sleep problems for over 3 months. Even if I go to bed around 11 PM, I often can't fall asleep until 2–3 AM, and sometimes as late as 5–7 AM. My sleep schedule is very irregular. I usually sleep 8–9 hours, but after several days of poor sleep, I sometimes sleep 12–18 hours. I have signifi

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A pattern like this, falling asleep very late and sometimes needing 12 to 18 hours to feel rested, points more toward a circadian rhythm issue than a breathing-related sleep disorder, especially since ...  Read More

Can clonazepam and mirtazapine be prescribed together for sleep? Can clonazepam and mirtazapine (Mirtaz) both be prescribed together for insomnia? Is this combination commonly used, and are there any important risks or interactions when taking them together?

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Yes, clonazepam and mirtazapine can be prescribed together, but usually for short-term use under strict supervision. Mirtazapine treats sleep maintenance/insomnia, while clonazepam helps with acute sl ...  Read More

My blood test reports are fine like vit d3, b12, thyroid, cbc, glucose everything is normal HB is 11 but I sleep for more than 12 hours and feel that I have slept properly. I am unable to get up before and if I get up, I get headache, acidity and stay drizzy I had melatonin tablet but it didn't work it effected my memory and I had modafinil also i

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Your symptoms — sleeping 12+ hours, feeling unrested, morning headache, dizziness, and HB of 11 — point to hypersomnia, possibly worsened by mild anemia. Even with normal thyroid/B12/D3, condition ...  Read More

Why I sleep too much, I sleep for more than 8-9 hours. Do I have any illness? If yes then what should I do

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

I have been experiencing this sleep problem for the past four to five years and also life style habits like improper timing food finally I got gastritis now only I am changing everything but the sleep problem doesn't change during night Im overthinking so much that why I cannot sleep what will I do and also 4 to 5 years iam not sleeping at ryt tym

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Yeah, its due to sedentary lifestyles. You need to make a fixed schedule for sleeping and follow it.daily excercise and yoga may helps a lot.reduce stimulants strictly like caffeinated drinks (tea,cof ...  Read More

My daughter is 11 months . After her birth from the next day she doesn't sleep at night.She sleep at 3 or 4 am at night but gets up several times for feeding. After 6 months also same problem.In the day time also hardly she sleeps for 3 - 4 hours. Presently now she gets up at 10 o clock in the morning again sleep at 1:30 pm or 2:00 pm( may be half

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Lot of child play in night. Nothing abnormal. ...  Read More

Hello, I have a query about whether I should keep my penis down ward position or up ward position while wearing underwear and I am uncercumsize don't have any issues with foreskin so can I keep my penis Head exposed for permanently without cercumsize process?

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Medically There is no specific position either upward or downward for the penis inside underwear. Keep it in which ever position is most comfortable and does not cause pain or excessive pressure. Wea ...  Read More

Having sleep problem at night with hot splashes. Which kind of doctor to consult for sleep problems

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

Why is that every night he ends up sleeping while sitting evry now and than,he doesn't feel comfortable while lying down and his stomach has grown very big. Kindly mention what's wrong

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

My girlfriend's CT scan of the nose shows an S-shaped deviated nasal septum (DNS) with a right septal spur and hypertrophied nasal turbinates. Because of this, she sometimes experiences difficulty breathing through the nose, especially during the night. Her biggest problem is that she is unable to sleep properly. Most nights she sleeps only 3 to 4

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If symptoms are severe then surgical intervention to be recommended ...  Read More

I am in 9th month of pregnancy and most of the times by baby kicks at extreme left or extreme right instead of front and i am not able to sleep on sides because the side that touches the bed gets lot of kicks. I am worried if sleeping on side is putting pressure on my baby. Please guide me it is severely affecting my sleep

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Sleeping on one side especially on left side is recommended than sleeping on back. No, sleeping on side will not put any pressure on your baby. ...  Read More

Dear Doctors, My son has some concerns I'd like your guidance on. He jerks frequently during sleep and cannot sleep independently. Someone must hold him to sleep, and if left alone he wakes crying within 30 minutes. This started before his eczema diagnosis. He sleeps in fetal position, is a hot sleeper, sweats heavily and loses fluids at night. Sle

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1 . Usually myclonic jerks are normal during sleep but has to be examined 2.normal 3.other way arround , skin condition causing poor sleep 4.usually no need , just need a clinical examination initi ...  Read More

Doctor ive did my office audit at night 7pm to 6am ,also I've worked from morning on that same day, from next day I've been feeling no sleep ,red eyes, fatigue,body pains going and coming Iam unable to sleep from 2 days Please suggest me what to do

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

I have been having sleep problems from past 2 years and to fix this i have been taking melatonin for 4 months and seen improvement in my sleep can i take melatonin forever because i get insomnia from not taking it .

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

Doctor, I am experiencing a daily sleep disturbance. Every morning between 3:00 and 4:00 AM, I wake up with a distinct feeling of heaviness and numbness localized to the back of my head. The sensation is quite disruptive and prevents me from getting a full night's rest. I have noticed a specific pattern: when I wake up and transition from lying dow

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Consult Need more information ...  Read More

Hi For last two weeks I'm not getting sleep at night I tried to sleep but getting some discomfort and getting up..i thought it bcz of before period but after periods also getting same issue.. checked ecg thyroid sugar test all ok.. doctor suggested some acidity gastric tablet..was fine that time But again I'm not getting sleep.. discomfort is lik

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Kindly consult with proper previous medication prescription on practo with me anytime till midnight ...  Read More

Doctor advised me to use Feliz s plus for 2 years for my sleeping issue, but I have stopped it in a month due to fear but if I use I will get sleep otherwise I won't get sleep , any help pls

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Thank you for raising this concern. What you are experiencing is quite common among people dealing with sleep difficulties, especially when medication is involved. Sleep problems are often maintained ...  Read More

Can we sleep on the side if the cast is applied for hairline fracture?or only on the back we need to sleep? Sleeping position impacts the healing process?

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No ...  Read More

Dear doctor, i have a sleep problem. I have not been able to sleep properly for the last 3 months. I'm doing meditation regularly also. but facing sleep. Please help me.

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Hello! At the age of 37, it’s a common concern for men and women to face difficulty in initiating and maintaining sleep. They might not feel well rested or fresh in the morning. It’s important to un ...  Read More

Is it necessary to sleep at left side in pregnancy.. Can i sleep to right side it is comfortable for me

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No, it is not compulsory to sleep only on the left side during pregnancy. Left-side sleeping is preferred, especially in the later months, because it improves blood flow to the baby and reduces pressu ...  Read More

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