US Medical Term · symptoms
Insomnia
Insomnio
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Insomnia |
| Spanish (Español) | Insomnio |
| Chinese (中文) | 失眠 |
| Korean (한국어) | 불면증 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Mất ngủ |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Insomnia |
| Portuguese (Português) | Insônia |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | นอนไม่หลับ |
| Japanese (日本語) | 不眠症 |
What it means
Insomnia is difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking too early and being unable to return to sleep. It is one of the most common sleep complaints. Short-term insomnia often results from stress, a disrupted schedule, caffeine, or jet lag. Chronic insomnia lasting three or more nights a week for three months or longer may be linked to anxiety, depression, chronic pain, sleep apnea, or medications. Poor sleep impairs concentration, mood, and overall health. Treatment options include sleep hygiene improvements, cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia, and in some cases short-term medication under medical supervision.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
I have trouble falling asleep and I wake up multiple times during the night.
Tengo problemas para quedarme dormido y me despierto varias veces durante la noche.
I have not been able to sleep well for the past month.
No he podido dormir bien durante el último mes.
I lie awake for hours even when I feel very tired.
Me quedo despierto por horas incluso cuando me siento muy cansado.
Where you'll see it
Related ICD-10-CM category
G47 Sleep disordersRelated terms
Sources
Last reviewed: September 2026