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I Was Recently Diagnosed With CAD And Now I Have Insomnia And Anxiety. Did Anyone Else Develop Sleep Issues After Being Diagnosed?

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Pennsylvania Furnace, PA
October 1, 2024
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@A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member I know you are new here so I wanted to let you know that there is a group for CAD you might join and ask this question to the group. To join go under groups on the menu and scroll down to find the CAD group and click join. Hugs🤗

October 3, 2024
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Yes, many people with heart disease, including coronary artery disease (CAD), experience sleep issues like insomnia and anxiety. Here are some reasons why:

- Heart Disease Symptoms: Chest pain, discomfort, trouble breathing, and gastrointestinal issues can make it hard to find a comfortable sleeping position
- Orthopnea: Show Full Answer

Yes, many people with heart disease, including coronary artery disease (CAD), experience sleep issues like insomnia and anxiety. Here are some reasons why:

- Heart Disease Symptoms: Chest pain, discomfort, trouble breathing, and gastrointestinal issues can make it hard to find a comfortable sleeping position.
- Orthopnea: Shortness of breath that worsens when lying down can disrupt sleep.
- Medications: Some heart disease medications can cause insomnia or nightmares.
- Mental Health: Anxiety and depression are common in people with chronic conditions and can contribute to sleep problems.

It's important to discuss these issues with your doctor to find appropriate solutions.

October 1, 2024

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