Sleep Problems After Burn Injury
It is very common to have sleep problems after a burn accident given that it is so traumatic. It varies from nightmares, insomnia, difficulty staying asleep, and waking too early. This problem even extends longer or becomes permanent. However, we all need a good quality of sleep. It is where we restore energy and tissue which is necessary for burn victims. Thus, poor quality of sleep has some adverse effects on their physical and mental health as well as their recovery. Here Are Other Effects Of Poor Sleep: ● It makes pain worse. ● It slows down healing of the wound. ● It causes irritability and restlessness. ● An increase in risks of accidents at daytime. ● Depression or low mood. ● Lackness of energy. ● Struggle in concentrating. ● Difficulty in handling stress. What Causes Sleep Problems After Burn Injury ● Pain ● Itching ● Difficulty in breathing when respiratory passages such as no