Posted by Jasmineneroli on October 15, 2004, at 1:07:18
In reply to Re: Klonopin + Restless Leg Syndrome, posted by utopizen on October 14, 2004, at 19:40:02
Thanks for your concern Utop.
I live in Canada, live 450 kms from the nearest Univ. hosp, own and run my own small business at which I work over 65 hours per week. It's a new business, so not making ANY money as yet. Have difficulty even taking time off for my Pdoc appt's. At the moment, taking time off for 2 days straight seems impossible, and I'd be so stressed about it, any sleep study would be inaccurate!!!
It may seem like a poor excuse to you, but I don't rule out a sleep study in the future. In fact, I'd be fascinated to have one done.I've had all the symptoms I told you about, for the sleep issues and RLS, for about 5 years. I've only been on Klonopin for the past 14 months. The RLS has improved slightly since then. So I'm sure Klonopin isn't causing sleep apnea. I do think though, that you might be right in suggesting a Klon. "hangover", as far as the slow to rouse effect in the am, and I'm gonna discuss that with my Pdoc. However, it's important to note that I'm not tired during the day. I feel energetic and healthy. I just can't get going quickly enough.
My sleep disturbances have been examined by GP's and Pdoc over the years with various meds prescribed. My Pdoc feels it is all caused by my GAD. I'm always hyper-vigilant, on "high alert".
As for RLS, that may or may not be part of GAD, too. Depression is at most, a mild part of my disorder, and comes and goes. I used to think I didn't have it all, but now I realize I do. I've been on 8 different meds prior to my current combo. This combo is the most effective so far, apart from the Celexa SE's and slow wake-up. I'm going to be discussing alternative or augmenting meds, next app't with my Pdoc.My husband has been examined/tested by an ear/nose/throat specialist for sleep apnea and everything checks out normally, physiologically speaking. His sleep position was considered to be at issue, and the choking has now been determined to be due to a hiatus hernia and GERD. So the Rx for that was to raise the head of his bed by six inches. It's worked brilliantly! He has also had extensive heart testing, wearing a monitor for days etc etc. All normal there too. BTW, we now sleep in separate beds, cuz we're such incompatible sleep partners !!!!
So, I am aware of the issues you raise, and have agressively pursued treatment/relief as a result. I like to keep educated, that's why I come here. Thanks a lot for your interest and advice.
Jas
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