Overview: A Framework for the Discussion of Sleep in Multiple Sclerosis.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose of review

This review will focus on the causes, consequences, workup, and treatment of sleep disordered breathing, insomnia, and restless legs syndrome in patients with MS. An approach to the discussion of sleep problems and associated symptoms with MS patients, to facilitate timely and accurate diagnosis, is emphasized.

Recent findings

Recent research suggests that sleep disordered breathing, insomnia, and restless legs syndrome disproportionately affect patients with MS, and contribute to substantial morbidity in this population.

Summary

Sleep disordered breathing, insomnia, and restless legs syndrome are common but frequently under-recognized conditions in patients with MS. Additional efforts are needed to incorporate discussions about sleep into the clinic

SUBMITTER: Braley TJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6051415 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature