biassa
1 week ago
biassa
1 week ago
Insomnia feels like being trapped in a fog between sleep and wakefulness
As someone who has struggled with insomnia for years while trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle, I've come to realize it's so much more than just being unable to fall asleep. It's like being stuck in a strange limbo state - my body is exhausted but my mind feels wired and restless. During those long sleepless nights, I'll lie there feeling utterly drained yet unable to drift off. My thoughts race in circles as I toss and turn. The world takes on an almost dreamlike quality in those quiet early morning hours. Sometimes I'll have these profound realizations that seem brilliant at 3 AM but make no sense in the light of day. The effects of insomnia seep into my days too, leaving me in a mental fog. No amount of herbal tea or meditation seems to fully shake that heavy, tired feeling. It impacts my mood, my focus at work, my ability to stick to my wellness routines. I'm curious how others experience their insomnia. Does it feel like more than just sleeplessness to you? Like you're trapped in some in-between state? I'd love to hear your thoughts and any natural remedies you've found helpful. Wishing you all restful nights ahead.biassa2 months ago
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biassa
1 month ago
Finally tapering off Pregabalin - dealing with side effects
Hi everyone, I'm so relieved to have finally finished tapering off Pregabalin (Lyrica) after a year of struggling with it. While I'm glad to be done, I'm now dealing with some challenging side effects as my body adjusts. The main issues I'm experiencing are very vivid dreams every night and some sexual side effects. I'm also working on losing the weight I gained while on the medication. My neurologist assures me that these effects are temporary and my body will stabilize over time. I tapered very gradually over 12 weeks to minimize withdrawal. I am still taking duloxetine (Cymbalta), which I've been on for several months, but these new effects definitely coincided with finishing the Pregabalin taper. I'm curious if others have gone through similar experiences coming off Pregabalin? How long did it take for side effects to subside? Any tips for coping in the meantime? Despite the current challenges, I'm looking forward to this new chapter. Getting off this medication feels like a huge personal victory after a very difficult year. Wishing everyone else on their own medication journeys all the best!biassa
2 months ago