Sleepwalking Symptoms & Diagnosis

Symptoms

If you experience any of these symptoms, do not assume they are due to sleepwalking. These symptoms may be caused by other conditions. If you experience any one of them, see your doctor:

Walking during deep sleep
Sitting up in bed and repeating certain movements (eg, rubbing eyes, fumbling with clothes)
Talking in your sleep
Difficulty arousing during a sleepwalking episode
Doing inappropriate behavior during a sleepwalking episode (eg, urinating in closets)
Screaming during sleepwalking episodes
Becoming violent when a person tries to wake you

Diagnosis

Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history. She will also do a physical exam. You will be asked about your:

Family history
Fatigue
Medication
Underlying illness or stress

Your doctor may refer you to a sleep specialist. You may need to have a sleep study done.

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