Menu Healthy Lifestyle Diseases & Conditions First Aid Symptoms Tests & Procedures Videos Definitions FAQs SomnolenceUpdated: 2018-05-25Self-careGet enough sleep, and try to keep a regular sleep schedule. A healthy diet, regular exercise, and avoiding caffeine in the evening also may help. When to seek immediate medical careSee a doctor immediately if: Chest pain, a racing heart, or shortness of breath Abnormal bleeding Feeling faint Severe pain When to make a doctor's appointmentMake an appointment to see a doctor if: Persistent Accompanied by nighttime snoring or pauses in breathing, especially in someone overweight Interferes with work or relationships Unable to complete daily tasks Lasting sadness or feeling down © 1998-2022 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research(MFMER). All rights reserved. Terms of Use