Hey Craig...I love reading your posts...they're so conversational, I feel like I'm listening to you! Don't worry about the length!
I tried Ambien and it did nothing for me! My neuro was considering giving me Clonipan, but I don't want to go on any drugs...I can sleep, just not through the night. I make up for it in the morning (and sometimes the afternoon

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It sounds as if you've found a very caring doctor...bless his soul. I'm glad for you.
Take care of yourself, and keep us posted about how you're doing and what the docs are helping you with...