I’m having sleeping problems for 3 weeks now. No problem to fall asleep but I wake up a few times a night or very early in the morning. It takes about an hour to get back to sleep. Even when I slept for 7-8 hours I woke up tired, not rested. During the day I’m exhausted and as soon as I sit down, for example to watch TV, I’m falling asleep. I noticed I’m also more forgetful. Recently I had a sinus surgery which caused teeth removal too and it’s a long process until everything is back to normal. So this is the only thing bothering me, but I’m not depressed or anything. What can I do? Any use of going to my GP? Many thanks for your help.

I think any change in sleeping patterns like that should be discussed with your GP, as they may want to run some tests or rule certain things out. You could be anaemic, for example.

However, my guess is that your body is suffering following the surgery. How long ago was your operation? Did your sleeping problems start after it?

Any surgery is very traumatic and the effects, particularly from general anaesthetic, can last longer than people realise.

I would try our Valerian preparation, Dormeasan. This helps you get to sleep and stay asleep so your sleep is of good quality. You can also take one dose upon waking during the night, if need be. Valerian can also help with pain if this is still a problem for you.

I hope that this helps.

Marianna