Frequent nightmares may be an early health warning sign
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Frequent, intense nightmares could be an early warning sign of autoimmune conditions such as Lupus, according to emerging research. Scientists are exploring connections between severe sleep disturbances and conditions affecting brain health, stress regulation, and neurological function. While occasional nightmares are common, persistent or worsening episodes could signal underlying health issues and may be worth discussing with a healthcare professional.
Source
Sloan, M., Bourgeois, J. A., Leschziner, G., Pollak, T. A., Pitkanen, M., Harwood, R., Bosley, M., Bortoluzzi, A., Andreoli, L., Diment, W., Brimicombe, J., Ubhi, M., Barrere, C., Naughton, F., Gordon, C., & D'Cruz, D. (2024). Neuropsychiatric prodromes and symptom timings in relation to disease onset and/or flares in SLE: results from the mixed methods international INSPIRE study. EClinicalMedicine, 73, 102634. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eclinm.2024.102634
Additional Reading
https://www.cnn.com/2024/05/21/health/nightmares-daymares-autoimmune-flares-wellness
https://www.cbsnews.com/boston/news/nightmares-autoimmune-disorder/