Sleep Apnea Treatment

Sleep Apnea Treatment
Sleep apnea treatments, CPAP, snoring remedies and sleeping pills help many sleep. Keep reading to learn about treatments and about how alcohol and obesity can impact your sleep.

Treating Sleep Apnea: Surgery, Equipment and Supplies
Respiratory medical equipment and supplies are effective in treating many sleep disorders, including sleep apnea. Keep reading to learn more about treatment options for sleep apnea.

Narcolepsy Treatment
Narcolepsy and hypersomnia greatly impact those who suffer from them. Keep reading to learn about narcolepsy treatments, including using antidepressants, modafinial and xyrem.

NovaDel's New Drug Application For ZolpiMist Oral Spray To Treat Insomnia Accepted For Filing By The U.S. Food And Drug Administration
NovaDel Pharma Inc. (AMEX: NVD), a specialty pharmaceutical company developing oral spray formulations for a broad range of marketed treatments, announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has accepted for filing its New Drug Application (NDA) for ZolpiMist? (zolpidem tartrate) Oral Spray for the short-term treatment of insomnia. The company anticipates the FDA will complete its review by the end of the year consistent with PDUFA guidelines.

Restless Legs Linked To Increased Stroke And Heart Disease Risk
A new US study has found that people with restless legs syndrome (RLS) have double the risk of stroke and heart disease compared to people without RLS.The study is the work of Dr John W Winkelman, of Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts, and colleagues, and is published in the Janaury 1st 2008 issue of the journal Neurology.

Seeking Medical Care for Sleep Problems
When should you seek medical attention for your sleep problems? Read on to learn more about seeking medical care.

Pregnancy and Sleep: Sleep Problems during Pregnancy
Pregnancy and sleep often don't go together. Learn about pregnancy sleep positions and also get info on the treatment of sleep disorders during pregnancy.

Sleep Apnea A Cause of Car Accidents

Sleep Apnea A Cause of Car Accidents
Obstructive sleep apnea is a disorder that disrupts sleep hundreds of times every night. It's caused by:Obesity, which causes flabby fat deposits in the throat area that can block the air passages.Enlarged tonsils and adenoids that block air passages. Deformed or too large uvula. This is the fleshy lobe at the back of the throat. Abnormality of the soft palate or roof of the mouth. Too large or thick tongue. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease or...

Nightmares In Preschoolers Are Less Prevalent, Trait-Like And Associated With Personality
Bad dreams in pre-schoolers are less prevalent than thought. However, when they do exist, nightmares are trait-like in nature and associated with personality characteristics measured as early as five months, according to a study published in the January 1 issue of the journal SLEEP.

Whiplash
Title: Whiplash
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Created: 1/6/2005
Last Editorial Review: 1/4/2008

Sleep Disorders in Animals
Researchers at University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine say that the roundworm C. elegans, a worm often used in laboratory research, may help us to understand why animals sleep. Although it's called "lethargus," the period of lethargic behavior in the roundworm resembles sleep. The worm is unresponsive during this phase, and if denied the phase, the roundworm seems to suffer from sleep...

Children's Nightmares Less Common
Title: Children's Nightmares Less Common
Category: Health News
Created: 1/7/2008
Last Editorial Review: 1/7/2008

Insomnia Treatment Options

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What Is Snoring

Snoring is the act of breathing noisily during sleep, however
it's the cause of snoring that makes this particular sleep
disorder interesting. That's because snoring is more than just a
noise. Snoring is a actually a form of sleep apnea - a brief
period during sleep where breathing completely stops due to
temporary moments of air passage blockage.

CAUSES OF SNORING

Snoring is the result of the back of the tongue hitting the
uvula (the small pendant fleshy lobe at the back of the soft
palate) and vibrating during sleep. More prone to exist in
people who sleep on their backs, the position of the head
greatly influences the occurrence and volume of the snore. When
the head is laid back and positioned parallel to the bed for
example, snoring will be more prevalent and loud. Some natural
sleeping tablets like "Melatrol" can be used to assist with a
more comfortable sleep

WAYS TO CURE OR STOP SNORING

Curing snoring may involve a few steps with the first step
assessing the severity of the problem. Generally, the louder the
snore, the more severe the apnea. Severe apnea cannot be
controlled with simple procedures and it needs to be addressed
by a physician. In most cases, severe snoring will be treated
with a prescribed CPAP machine (Continuous Positive Airway
Pressure Appliance) and/or medication (or surgery in the worst
of cases). Minor snoring can be treated rather simply with easy
behavioral changes such as changing the sleeping position from
laying on the back to laying on the side with the assistance of
what's called, "snore pillows". Since weight can contribute to
snoring, dietary changes can alleviate snoring as well. The idea
behind curing snoring is to remove the blockage that causes
snoring in the first place. In almost every case of snoring, the
victim's lifestyle (or genes) contributed some factor that
causes the blockage (manifested as sound of the tongue hitting
the uvula and vibrating during sleep).

SNORING IS A SERIOUS ISSUE FOR THE SNORER AND THOSE AROUND THEM

One of the most important things to know about snoring is that
it isn't always a minor issue. A lot of people approach snoring
as if it were just a fact of life when snoring can be a
life-threatening issue. Alarming statistics dictate that thirty
percent of severe apnea patients die within four to five years
of being diagnosed, so it's imperative that this sleeping
disorder be addressed with the same seriousness as any other
illness.

Another important snoring issue to acknowledge is how it
affects others. Although the disorder seems to belong to the
snorer, it's also disrupting to those who sleep with the snorer
as well. Everyone in a household needs to get a full night's
rest - but it's increasingly difficult to do so when snoring
continuously wakes others throughout the night. It is therefore
imperative to take care of a snoring problem not only for the
snorer's sake - but also for the circadian rhythms and melatonin
of everyone else around the snorer too.

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Researchers Reverse Effects Of Sleep Deprivation

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The Basics of CPAP

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Health Tip: Help Your Newborn Sleep Longer

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Hypnosis for Sleep Problems
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Narcolepsy Treatment
Narcolepsy and hypersomnia greatly impact those who suffer from them. Keep reading to learn about narcolepsy treatments, including using antidepressants, modafinial and xyrem.

How Stress Affects Sleep
Wth our busy lives, stress can lead to a bad night's sleep. Keep reading to learn about the effects of stress and stress management on sleep.

Sleep Disorders Related to Menopause
How does menopause affect women's sleep? Read on to learn more about how sleep problems arise from common menopause symptoms.

Bedwetting in Children and Teens

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How Do Sleeping Pills Work?

Sleeping pills are sedatives that depress the central nervous
system of the human body. This results in tranquility,
relaxation, less anxiety, sleepiness, slowed breathing, slurred
speaking, staggering gait, poor judgment and slow, uncertain
reflexes. They are also called downers, tranquillizers,
depressants, anxiolytics, soporifics or sedative hypnotics.

Most sleeping pills are usually prescribed for patients with
anxiety problems. However, those described as sedatives are also
used to help people sleep. Long term use of sleeping pills is
discouraged as they are addictive and could be dangerous to the
health of the patient.

The human body has two basic drives which is the waking drive
and the sleeping drive. During the day, the waking drive is
strong and the brain remains active. As the day wears on, the
waking drive becomes weaker and the sleeping drive strengthens.
As evening approaches, the sleeping drive builds up and by the
time night approaches, the body is ready to go to sleep. What a
sleeping pill does is that it strengthens the sleeping drive in
the human body. A person with insomnia has imbalanced sleeping
and waking drives.

In normal people, the onset of darkness induces the pineal
gland in the brain to secrete a hormone called melatonin which
prompts the body to go into the sleep drive. The melatonin makes
the body less alert, it slows down the body mechanisms and the
person begins to feel the need to sleep. The action of sleeping
pills is similar. It sends signals to the brain that approximate
to the symptoms produced by the hormone melatonin. The central
nervous system is dampened and its ability to function is
diminished. This makes the person sleepy. Sleeping pills work
less effectively when the patient has had long term insomnia or
has had trouble staying asleep for a long time.

Most sleeping pills are Benzodiazepines. Benzodiazepines are
minor tranquilizers that belong to a class of drugs that are
used to induce sleep. There are several drugs such as
Nitrazepam, Loprazolam and Flurazepam that are categorized under
Benzodiazepines. However, benzodiazepines are also used to
tackle problems relating to anxiety, epileptic seizure and
amnesia and it is important to choose the right benzodiazepine
as a sleeping pill. Some of the trade names of benzodiazepines
drugs are Mogadon, Remnos and Somnite. The natural herb Mandrake
is also a common ingredient in these drugs. Mandrake is
traditionally known as a drug that helps people sleep.

However, there are possibilities of side effects when taking
sleeping pills. Most benzodiazepines have the same side effects-
headaches, drowsiness, light-headedness, unsteadiness,
confusion, forgetfulness, dependence, withdrawal, increase in
aggression and muscle weakness. There are many drugs that one
might be consuming that may interfere with the effectiveness of
sleeping pills. These drugs themselves may be sleep inducing and
taking sleeping pills in addition to such drugs will result in
the effect of these pills lasting longer. People with
respiratory problem, muscle problems, a history of drug or
alcohol abuse or personality disorder, who are consuming
sleeping pills, are advised to use it with caution and to
consult their physician before taking any sleeping pill.

Moreover, some sleeping pills are known to cause amnesia.
Patients have been known to perform several physical
activities—even going on a binge on food—while completely asleep
under the effects of the sleeping pill. Patients must,
therefore, ensure that the instructions are followed
meticulously and go to bed immediately after taking the sleeping
pill.

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Snoring Can Be Misleading

Recognize that noisy grumbling sound coming from your parents'
room every night as you try to get some sleep? Yes, that is
snoring and it is one of the most bothersome health problems
that doesn't seem to have obvious side effects to people who has
it. At least, not yet.

Snoring is often regarded as a harmless condition while the
victim sleeps. But, like many others haven't thought about,
snoring can lead to a serious health and breathing problem. This
is not to say though that once a person starts to snore, serious
snoring problem is the direct diagnosis. There are many factors
as to how and why a person starts to snore. But there are also
many minimal factors that cause snoring to take effect. Usually,
when a person is congested along his air passage such as the
throat and nose, a snoring sound is produced.

Almost all people experience snoring but this doesn't
necessarily mean that they are deemed unhealthy or could have
serious sleeping problems right away. But on the average, when a
person starts to snore and continues to do it every time he
sleeps, there is something wrong with his sleeping habits. But
before you panic, determine first if there it is a serious case
of snoring problem or not. Ask your partner if sleep disruption
at night is often experienced. If this is caused by sleep apnea
though, a case of snoring problem which involves breathing
interruptions, the person who has this wouldn't remember any
sleep disruption during his sleep. But you need to keep an eye
on your partner at night for this case.

You can try early remedies and medications to prevent snoring.
There are easy methods how to prevent snoring which, so far, is
the type of ideal snoring remedy preferred over painful surgery.
Keep in mind that if snoring problem persists, it could slowly
turn your healthy lifestyle around. See a medical specialist
about the most convenient and definite way to cure snoring to
help the person you love.

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Herbal Sleep Aids and Hormones for Adults and Children

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A Short-Term Dose Of Zolpidem Is An Effective Treatment For Insomnia
Zolpidem extended-release 12.5 mg, taken three to seven nights per week for up to six months, provided sustained and significant improvements in sleep onset and maintenance, and also improved next-day concentration and morning sleepiness in people with insomnia. The study focused on 1,018 patients between 18 and 64 years of age with chronic primary insomnia, who had difficulty initiating or maintaining sleep or experiencing non-restorative sleep for three months or greater.

Researching The Evolution Of Sleep
The roundworm C. elegans, a staple of laboratory research, may be key in unlocking one of the central biological mysteries: why we sleep. Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine report in this week's advanced online edition of Nature that the round worm has a sleep-like state, joining most of the animal kingdom in displaying this physiology. This research has implications for explaining the evolution and purpose of sleep and sleep-like states in animals.

Undiagnosed Obstructive Sleep Apnea Patients Have Altered Cardiovascular Responses During Exercise Recovery
People with untreated obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) have altered cardiovascular responses during recovery from maximal exercise. These results suggest an imbalance in the autonomic control of heart rate during recovery, and may be an early clinical sign of the progression of OSA. The study, authored by Trent A. Hargens, PhD, of Virginia Tech, focused on 44 individuals: 14 overweight with OSA (OSA), 16 overweight without OSA (No-OSA) and 14 normal weight without OSA (Control).

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College Students and Sleep Deprivation

College Students and Sleep Deprivation
Sleep deprivation in college students is serious, not only to students' health but also to their studies. Keep reading to learn about the effects of sleep deprivation on college students.

Lifestyle and Sleep Deprivation
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Electronic Insomnia: The Information SuperHighway and Sleep

Teens and Sleep Disorders
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Treatments for Insomnia and Insomnia Relief
Those who suffer from insomnia need relief. Keep reading to learn more about various insomnia treatments as well as insomnia relief and possible cures for insomnia.

Medical Conditions that Interfere with Sleep
Certain medical conditions can interfere with sleep. Keep reading to learn how medical conditions, such as stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTS, ADHD and asthma, affect sleep.

Drowsy Driving Prevention Week- It's Here!

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Researchers Reverse Effects Of Sleep Deprivation
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Use of sleep aid safe, effective for up to 6 months
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Children's Nightmares Less Common
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Ambien CR(R) (zolpidem Tartrate Extended-release) Tablets CIV Improved Chronic Insomnia In Patients With Co-Morbid Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Sanofi-aventis announced results from a new study that showed Ambien CR(R) (zolpidem tartrate extended-release) tablets CIV provided improvement in sleep onset, sleep maintenance and total sleep time for patients with co-morbid chronic insomnia and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) compared to placebo. Ambien CR also improved sleep-related next-day functioning measures.

Secrets of Ex-Insomniacs

Millions of people all over the world suffer from some kind of sleep disorder, and it begins to slowly affect their lives, even if they are not necessarily consciously aware of it. If you suffer from insomnia, know that you are not alone, but what you also should realize is that there is light at the end of the tunnel.

There are many people who have found ways to change their sleeping habits well enough to make it a regular part of their lives. In doing so, they have overcome night time restlessness in order to be considered ex-insomniacs. And two of them share their secrets with you:

Meet Georgia
Georgia is thirty-seven years old, an elementary school teacher, and a mother of two. Her main problem is that she is overworked, and on top of that, she has to bring her work home with her so she can correct papers and average grades.

But, it is important for her to spend time with her own kids. She takes the time to help them with their homework and tuck them in at night, before starting on her own tasks. This took up her time to the point that she suffered from insomnia for years trying to get everything done and cutting into bedtime.

Finally she decided to make some changes. She realized that, as she was getting older, lack of sleep was catching up with her and it was taking its toll. She became a list-maker from that point on. She took a step back, and changed her lesson plans to reflect a schedule that did not involve her correcting papers every night. Her class loved a more interactive approach, Georgia continued to make her lists, and then she felt so good going to sleep at the right time every night from that point on. She is a new woman because she realized she could put herself first and not be selfish.

Next up, Eric...
Eric is twenty-eight years old, is engaged to be married and is a law student at a prominent university. His bride-to-be is so enthralled about making plans for their wedding, but he is up to his elbows in assignments.

His major problem is that he calls his fiance while he is sitting on the bed and on his laptop. His bed has become anything but a comforting and welcoming place to go to sleep. Often times, he falls asleep in the middle of doing some reading, waking up frequently during the night feeling unsettled.

His insomnia is affecting the wedding plans and his grades are starting to suffer. Eric decided that a small investment in a desk and table lamp made all the difference in the world. Now he can separate the worlds of sleep and work, and avoid all of the night time restlessness. He stops working at approximately the same time every night, and then turns in for a relaxing sleep on his bed, just like he should be doing.

If these former insomniacs can do it, so can you. And then you will recount for others all of your tales of midnight restlessness!

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Five Tips For Better Sleep

It isn't that you don't try to fall asleep, you just spend so
much time tossing and turning. You wake up during the night and
the process starts all over again. It doesn't matter if you go
to bed earlier or stay in bed longer, you just can't get a
restful night's sleep.

Nowadays, most of us suffer from a chronic lack of sleep. Our
busy lifestyles not only cut down the time available for sleep,
but also cut into the quality of sleep we do get.

Here are five tips to not only fall asleep when you want to,
but to stay asleep once you've gotten there. These tips are in
no particular order, just try them and see which work best for
you.

1.White Noise: Many people find it easier to sleep when there
is a dull, low-volume noise in the background. You could play
soft and relaxing music, or leave a fan running (blowing away
from you when the weather is chilly). Some people have found
success playing natural sound effects like rain or a babbling
brook.

2.Cool Temperatures: Experts say the optimum temperature for
sleep is between 65 and 72 degrees Fahrenheit. Consider using
thinner or lighter blankets, but if you like the weight of
blankets while you're sleeping, try setting the thermostat
lower at night. Turning down the thermostat gives the added
bonus of saving energy!

3.Relaxing Routine: Some people find reading before bed help
them fall asleep. You could also create rituals like a warm
(but not hot) bath or tea (decaffeinated!) a short time before
bed. Try any routine which slows you down and gets your mind
off the busy day. Another benefit of a routine is how your
internal clock learns to sleep on schedule; a routine reminds
your body it's time to shut down.

4.Reduce Caffeine: It isn't just a matter of cutting out the
caffeine before bed, but it helps to know how late in the day
your body can handle such stimulants. Some people can enjoy an
afternoon coffee or tea without losing sleep, but others find
they should avoid caffeine after noon.

5.Get a Good Pillow: If you find yourself wadding up your
pillow to get more comfortable in bed, you probably need a new
pillow. Learn to be aware of the effects different pillows have
on your sleep. Find your preference (soft, hard, thin, thick,
etc.) and stick with it. A contour pillow could have other
benefits such as support for your neck and better nighttime
breathing.

Ultimately, how you sleep is up to you. Although there may be
circumstances trying to steal away your slumber, it is up to
you whether you allow them to continue or not. The time spent
working to improve your sleep will pay off in the time you gain
for rest and rejuvenation, helping you get better results in
your business and in your life.

About The Author: Robert Greenshields is a marketing success
coach who helps business owners and independent professionals
who are frustrated that they're working too many hours for too
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