When it comes to sleep and exercise the jury is in: Working up a good sweat is an important ingredient for getting a…
Sleep Apnea
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Sleep Apnea
Ask The Expert: Can Exercise Help with Excessive Sleepiness?
by hoanglaotaby hoanglaotaThis “Ask The Expert” is courtesy of Barbara Phillips, MD, MSPH, FCCP. Exercise of any sort has generally been shown to improve daytime…
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Sleep Apnea Guide: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Options What is sleep apnea? Sleep apnea is a common and potentially serious sleep disorder in which…
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Richard Simon, MD What do you advise your obese patients who have sleep problems to do? I think doctors spend way too much…
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Taking a road trip is an exciting way to travel, but make sure that sleep is on the agenda. Drowsy driving causes about…
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Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) is the leading therapy for sleep apnea. Patients wear a face or nasal mask during sleep. The mask,…
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Heavy snoring shouldn’t be ignored. It can sometimes signal a more serious problem. Excessive nighttime snorts and grunts can be a sign of…
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Waking up with tired, tight jaw muscles or sensitive teeth could be a sign that you grind or clench your teeth during the…
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Sleep Apnea
CPAP 101: Expert Tips For Getting Started with Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) Machines
by hoanglaotaby hoanglaotaDr. Helene A. Emsellem I’ve just been diagnosed with sleep apnea. Can I expect my insurance or Medicaid to cover the CPAP (continuous…
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Sleep Apnea
CDC Study Shows Association Between Depression and Sleep Apnea
by hoanglaotaby hoanglaotaObstructive sleep apnea and other symptoms of OSA are associated with probable major depression, regardless of factors like weight, age, sex or race,…