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Insomia

Posted by lorrielynn @lorrielynn, Feb 18 1:17pm

Does anyone have issues with insomia
I have had sjogrens for 6 years, tried many sleeping pills, and these can become ineffective. Also very drying. Therefore exhaustion and fatigue are daily.
Any ideas?

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Feb 18 3:07pm

@lorrielynn Here is a link to comments from other members who have mentioned insomnia and also have Sjogren's - https://connect.mayoclinic.org/search/comments/?search=sjogrens%20and%20insomnia.

Not sure if you have already seen this but the Sjogren's Foundation has some tips for sleeping that might be helpful - https://sjogrens.org/sites/default/files/inline-files/Sleep%20Tips%20Patient%20Education%20Sheet.pdf

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Denise | @denisestlouie | Feb 20 7:59pm

Yes I had sleep issues. I have Crohn's disease. Once the inflammation was down I was able to sleep better

How well is your sjogrens controlled?

Denise

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lorrielynn | @lorrielynn | Feb 21 8:07am

My sjogrens is very very dry mouth, day and night. Can’t take the medication cause of side effects. Use lozenges, gum, mouth gel, not fun😊

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