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More Attention Should Be Given to Sleep Disorders

Jim — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 15:06:57 +0000

More Attention Should Be Given to Sleep Disorders. While sleep disorders are quite common they are very likely to be under reported by people. Furthermore, physicians can make the problem worse by misdiagnosing certain sleep disorders. This can put further strains on the health care system. Those who have sleep problems are more likely to require medical care, in some cases hospital care. But how common are sleep problems, actually?

Data from a recent survey shows that they are indeed quite common. When 2000 adults, both men and women, were asked about their sleep, 99% reported that they had at least one problem with their sleep.

The most common complaints were: feeling of not getting enough sleep (54%), snoring (45%), daytime sleepiness (45%), trouble falling asleep at night (37%). Now that these figures are available, it is time for both patients and medical professionals to start taking the problem of sleep disorders seriously. Even minor sleep problems could result in further medical complications down the road if they are not addressed.

“People with sleep problems are significantly more likely to require health-care treatment, including hospitalization, according to findings from an analysis of sleep data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), a national survey that is conducted annually and covers a range of health and nutrition topics.” Source at http://blogs.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/2011/08/do-you-talk-to-your-doctor-about-sleep.html

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Waking Up at Night Affects Your Memory

Jim — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 12:57:22 +0000

Waking Up at Night Affects Your Memory. According to information collected from a new study done at Stanford University, frequently waking up at night can have a negative impact on your overall memory. While it has been known for some time that insufficient sleep can lead to trouble remembering things and affect concentration in general, frequently waking up during sleep can have the same effects. This is the case even if you still get the recommended amount of hours of sleep each night.

Stanford University researchers have used mice in order to determine how interrupting their sleep had an impact on their memory. The study activated the neurons which are associated with waking up, therefore fragmenting sleep, without actually affecting the intensity or the length of the sleep. Mice who have been subjected to such treatment could not remember things that they have been taught the previous day.

What can you do about this? The main thing is to eliminate any potential trouble sources that could wake you up at night. If you are having trouble finding the source of the problem, consider consulting a medical professional, as this could be a sign of sleep apnea.

Read more about this “New parents may want to jot more things down rather than relying on their memory until their children can sleep through the night.” http://www.bnet.com/blog/health-fit-tips/waking-up-a-lot-it-is-hurting-your-memory/1314

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Carefull Snoring Can Be More Than Just a Medical Issue

Jim — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 14:42:38 +0000

Snoring Can Be More Than Just a Medical Issue. Snoring is far from being a rare problem. In fact, according to certain studies, an estimated 50% of the population snores at least occasionally during sleep. The thing with snoring is that many people do not realize that they do it if they sleep alone. However, if you share a bed with someone else, this can become quite a problem and even cause a strain on a relationship. This can especially be made worse if the snoring is loud enough to disrupt your partners’ sleep.

The first thing to do would be to openly communicate with your partner about snoring. However, you should not be judgmental or try to attack him or her. However, there is some good news if you are stuck with someone who is snoring. There are efficient treatments available which can eliminate, or significantly reduce incidences of snoring. Also, as loud and frequent snoring could be a sign of more serious medical problems, snorers are encouraged to consult with a medical professional about the issue.

Read more from “There’s a freight train in my bed” http://www.xtra.ca/public/Vancouver/Theres_a_freight_train_in_my_bed-10608.aspx

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Snoring Can be a Sign of Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Jim — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 14:52:14 +0000

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Snoring Can be a Sign of Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Snoring is often seen as an annoyance for those who have to endure the sound of someone in their house snoring loudly. But it can turn out to be dangerous for the health of the snorer as well. One of the most common signs of Obstructive Sleep Apnea, commonly called OSA, is loud snoring. OSA happens when a person stops breathing during their sleep. While the actual apnea only happens for a few seconds, some sufferers of OSA experience as much as 300 incidences of sleep apnea a night. This can have some serious health consequences in the long term, as the amount of oxygen which reaches the brain is reduced in that case.

OSA happens due to an airway collapse which prevents air from reaching the lungs. It can disrupt sleep, leading to increased daytime fatigue, combined with the health consequences that this could bring, such as a lack of energy and a less efficient immune system.

More to read at http://www.theunion.com/article/20110809/NEWS/110809744/1053&parentprofile=1

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