Trying to cope with two major conditions is quite a challenge. Glad to hear that you are able to control your type 2 diabetes with diet.
As you well know, excessive daytime sleepiness is most consistently experienced by almost all individuals with narcolepsy.
I can appreciate your reluctance to take Ritalin, but doctors often prescribe central nervous system alerting agents such as modafin, and amphetamine-like stimulants, such as Ritalin (methylphenidate), to alleviate excessive daytime sleepiness.
Some behavioral strategies that can help:
maintaining a regular sleep schedule
avoiding alcohol and caffeine-containing beverages for several hours before bedtime
avoiding smoking, especially at night
maintaining a comfortable, adequately warmed bedroom
engaging in relaxing activities such as a warm bath before bedtime
Exercising for at least 20 minutes per day at least 4 or 5 hours before bedtime also improves sleep quality.
I don't know if you have tried any of these things,
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Trying to cope with two major conditions is quite a challenge. Glad to hear that you are able to control your type 2 diabetes with diet.
As you well know, excessive daytime sleepiness is most consistently experienced by almost all individuals with narcolepsy.
I can appreciate your reluctance to take Ritalin, but doctors often prescribe central nervous system alerting agents such as modafin, and amphetamine-like stimulants, such as Ritalin (methylphenidate), to alleviate excessive daytime sleepiness.
Some behavioral strategies that can help:
maintaining a regular sleep schedule
avoiding alcohol and caffeine-containing beverages for several hours before bedtime
avoiding smoking, especially at night
maintaining a comfortable, adequately warmed bedroom
engaging in relaxing activities such as a warm bath before bedtime
Exercising for at least 20 minutes per day at least 4 or 5 hours before bedtime also improves sleep quality.
I don't know if you have tried any of these things,
Maryann
January 23, 2012 - 5:29pmThis Comment
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