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Sleep Better - Sleep Better Now
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Sunday, April 19, 2009
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Saturday, May 26, 2012
Whether you are living with a sleep disorder or simply want to improve your sleep, it is possible to sleep better now. Poor sleep can adversely affect nearly every aspect of your life. Fortunately,... -
Why Can I Sleep?
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Sunday, April 29, 2012
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Saturday, May 26, 2012
Why can I sleep? If you compare your ability to sleep with others, you might conclude that you have an easier time of it. Rather than having insomnia, you may have no problem sleeping at all. What ... -
Sleep Disorders - Treatment of Sleep Disorders
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Monday, April 06, 2009
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Saturday, May 26, 2012
With the improving recognition of sleep disorders, there is an associated increase in the variety of treatments available. These may include traditional therapies such as medical equipment or medi... -
What to Take When You Can't Sleep
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Monday, April 30, 2012
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Saturday, May 26, 2012
If you have difficulty falling or staying asleep, you may want to learn what to take when you can't sleep. From food to beverages to sleeping pills, there are many options to consider. What solutio... -
Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulator for Treating Sleep Apnea
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Monday, April 30, 2012
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Saturday, May 26, 2012
If you wish to pursue a surgical treatment option for your obstructive sleep apnea, you may be interested in learning about the use of a hypoglossal nerve stimulator. How does the hypoglossal nerve... -
How to Cope with Parasomnias
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Monday, April 30, 2012
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Saturday, May 26, 2012
Abnormal behaviors that characterize parasomnias may be dangerous to the person who experiences them or to bed partners. Learn about measures you can take to ensure safety as well as ways to cope w... -
Understanding Narcolepsy in Children
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Friday, March 30, 2012
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Saturday, May 26, 2012
If your child has excessive daytime sleepiness or problems with attention, behavior, or mood, you may want to consider whether narcolepsy may be the underlying cause of these difficulties. How does... -
What Is African Sleeping Sickness
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Friday, March 30, 2012
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Saturday, May 26, 2012
One of the rare infectious diseases that may lead to a fatal sleep condition, what is African sleeping sickness? Learn about the clinical features, diagnosis, and treatment of this disease. -
Sleep Disorders - Symptoms and Diagnosis of Sleep Disorders
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Monday, April 06, 2009
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012
For those who suffer from difficulties sleeping, it may seem like your health and well-being is unraveling before your very eyes. It is a challenge to sort out what symptoms mean, but a careful ana... -
Sleep Disorder Symptoms - 10 Common Symptoms of Sleep Disorders
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Friday, October 01, 2010
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012
There are many potential symptoms of sleep disorders, some of them expected but others surprising. These may include excessive sleepiness or an inability to sleep, uncontrolled movements, and even ... -
Sleep Vocabulary – Words to Expand Your Sleep Vocabulary
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Friday, October 01, 2010
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Improve your understanding of sleep by expanding your sleep vocabulary with these 15 terms. -
Restless Leg Syndrome and Iron Deficiency - All About Restless Leg Syndrome and Iron Deficiency
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Thursday, June 03, 2010
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Although many people with restless legs syndrome (RLS) may never be able to identify a cause to their disorder, often it results from other secondary causes. There are many conditions that may inde... -
Sleep Apnea Causes – Explore the Causes of Sleep Apnea
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Wednesday, March 03, 2010
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Sleep apnea is a chronic medical condition that consists of multiple prolonged pauses in breathing while the afflicted person remains asleep. There are many potential causes, most related to proble... -
CPAP Mask - How to Choose a CPAP Mask
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Thursday, February 25, 2010
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012
For those who have been diagnosed with sleep apnea, the next step will be to establish treatment, and if this includes continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) you may wonder how to choose a CPAP... -
Tongue Stabilizing Device for Treating Sleep Apnea
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Monday, April 30, 2012
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012
If you have difficulty treating your obstructive sleep apnea with continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), you may be seeking other options. Learn about an alternative oral appliance called a to... -
How Do Nasal Dilators Improve Snoring
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Tuesday, July 05, 2011
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012
If you are looking for ways to stop snoring, you may be interested in learning how nasal dilators may help improve your breathing during sleep. -
Prazosin – Treating Nightmares in PTSD With Prazosin
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Wednesday, March 16, 2011
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012
The prescription medication prazosin -- sold under the brand name of Minipress -- is a prescribed drug used to treat nightmares in the setting of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Learn more a... -
Tracheostomy Sleep Apnea – The Use of Tracheostomy in Sleep Apnea
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Thursday, March 03, 2011
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012
The use of tracheostomy in sleep apnea remains a largely curative, if occasionally problematic, option for those with difficult to treat or life-threatening sleep-disordered breathing. It may not b... -
Oxygen Therapy – Should Oxygen Therapy Be Used in Sleep Apnea
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Thursday, March 03, 2011
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Oxygen therapy is sometimes used to treat sleep apnea, especially when concern for the disorder is first raised. However, in some settings, oxygen use may actually do more harm than good. -
Sleep Problems and Growth – How Sleep Problems Affect Growth in Children
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Thursday, January 06, 2011
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Unexpectedly, sleep seems to have profound effects on children and their ability to grow normally. But how exactly do sleep problems affect growth in children? What sleep disorders might predispose... -
Causes Apnea Children – What Causes Sleep Apnea in Children
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Monday, November 22, 2010
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Sleep apnea is a common condition in adults and it can also occur in children. There are various factors that can lead to a narrowing or instability of the upper airway, which can cause the pauses ... -
Light Box Use - Basics of Light Box Use
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Monday, November 15, 2010
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012
If you have been advised to use a light box for phototherapy to treat your seasonal affective disorder (SAD) or circadian rhythm sleep disorder, you may wonder about how to use a light box effectiv... -
Choose Sleep Doctor - How to Choose a Sleep Doctor
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Thursday, October 14, 2010
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012
If you are having difficulties sleeping, you may need a referral to a sleep specialist, but how should you choose a sleep doctor? There are certain characteristics that you should consider when sel... -
Sleep Architecture - What is Sleep Architecture
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Thursday, October 14, 2010
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012
If you have ever been curious about the structure of sleep, you may want to learn about a concept called sleep architecture. This idea helps us to understand the pattern of the stages of sleep, how... -
Bed Bugs Treatment - Treatment of Bed Bugs
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Thursday, September 30, 2010
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012
If bed bugs have invaded your sleeping space you may want to learn how to treat their bites and, more importantly, how to get rid of them. The elimination of bed bugs may be difficult, however, and... -
MRI for Sleep Disorders - What to Expect in an MRI for Sleep Disorders
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Wednesday, September 01, 2010
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Learning that you need to undergo a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) test can be intimidating. Although rarely needed to evaluate sleep disorders, it may be used to assess stroke (a potential cause... -
Circadian Rhythm Disorders - What are Circadian Rhythm Disorders
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Thursday, July 29, 2010
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Difficulties falling asleep or staying awake at the proper times may suggest you have a problem with your biological clock called a circadian rhythm disorder, but what are circadian rhythm disorder... -
AHI – What Is AHI?
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Tuesday, July 27, 2010
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012
If you have a sleep study such as a polysomnogram, you may receive a report from your doctor that describes the severity of your sleep apnea according to an AHI, but what is the AHI? Learn about th... -
Naps - What Are Naps
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Monday, July 12, 2010
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012
For some they are a way of a life, a sign of laziness, a rare treat, or a needed break in the afternoon, but what are naps? This common indulgence may be just the thing you need to compensate for a... -
SAD - What is SAD
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Thursday, July 01, 2010
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a subtype of depression that seems to follow a seasonal pattern. Learn about the symptoms of SAD, its cause, and the treatment options. -
Narcolepsy - What is Narcolepsy
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Thursday, July 01, 2010
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Narcolepsy may cause excessive sleepiness and other symptoms. Learn about this neurologic condition, including its causes and options for diagnosis and treatment. -
RLS - What Is RLS
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Friday, June 25, 2010
Updated:
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is one of those conditions that sounds a little too strange to be true, but if you have ever laid down to fall asleep and felt an uncomfortable sensation of bugs crawli...