Difficulty sleeping may involve trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, waking too early, or feeling unrefreshed. Causes can include stress, schedule changes, pain, medications, sleep apnea, mood conditions, or other medical problems. Your provider will review sleep patterns, caffeine and alcohol use, medications, and daytime symptoms. A care plan may include sleep-routine changes, treatment of contributing conditions, and evaluation for sleep testing when appropriate. Seek urgent help for severe mood symptoms or thoughts of self-harm.
What to expect during a telemedicine visit
Your provider will help determine whether virtual care is appropriate and will recommend testing, in-person evaluation, or emergency care when needed. This information is educational and does not replace a personal medical evaluation.