Common sleep disorders during menopause include:
Insomnia: People with insomnia have difficulty falling asleep at least 3 nights a week for 3+ months. Those with sleep maintenance insomnia have difficulty going back to sleep after awakening.
Restless leg syndrome: You may feel the urge to move your legs and experience an uncomfortable sensation in legs (such as creeping, tingling, burning, itching).
Sleep apnea: Sleep apnea is characterized by breathing interruptions while sleeping (snoring, snorting, and gasping). These interrupt sleep, which causes daytime fatigue. The risk of sleep apnea increases during menopause, and hormones may play a role.
How does Midi treat insomnia and sleep trouble?
Your Midi clinician will take your symptoms and health history into account when treating insomnia and sleep trouble. Your Care Plan may include:
- Evidence-based supplements (including melatonin, lavender, and cortisol managers)
- Hormonal medications (HRT)Hon-hormonal medications (like low doses of gabapentin)
- Lifestyle coaching, and wellness therapies (such as cognitive behavioral therapies).
Traditional sleeping pills may have side effects and can be habit-forming, which is why Midi uses them as a last resort.