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Is My Daytime Sleepiness Really Narcolepsy?

Feb 22, 2017 · Jay Roland · Sleep

The term "narcolepsy" may conjure up almost comical images of someone falling asleep in the middle of a conversation. But this sleeping disorder is no laughing matter to those who struggle with it. Narcolepsy symptoms include more than excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS). They include bouts of muscle weakness (cataplexy) and … Read More

Wake Up! Narcolepsy Treatment Strategies

Feb 3, 2017 · Jay Roland · Sleep

There is no cure for narcolepsy, that unusual medical condition in which someone suddenly falls into a deep sleep in the midst of such normal behaviors as talking or working. Medications, however, can help increase daytime alertness. Modafinil (Provigil), for example, is approved specifically for the excessive daytime sleepiness that … Read More

How to Stop Snoring: Cures for You to Try

Jan 12, 2017 · Jay Roland · Sleep

When it comes to figuring out how to stop snoring, some desperate people may be willing to try anything—or suggest anything to their bedmates. There are no guarantees, of course, but you may find a snoring cure that works for you or your partner. In some cases, losing weight can … Read More

Effective Insomnia Cures: 4 Steps to a Better Night’s Sleep

Nov 8, 2016 · Jay Roland · Sleep

Insomnia means you have a problem falling asleep, staying asleep, or both. Regardless of your sleeping issues, finding insomnia cures that work for you is vital. Poor sleep not only can cause irritability and make it difficult to concentrate, but it can contribute to more serious problems, increasing your odds … Read More

What Are Night Terrors?

Oct 27, 2016 · Jay Roland · Sleep

The term "night terrors" just sounds frightening, especially because children are the ones who experience them. But exactly what are night terrors and how do they differ from nightmares? All children have nightmares now and then, causing them to wake up crying or afraid. Usually, they can be soothed back … Read More

What Causes Insomnia?

Oct 24, 2016 · Jay Roland · Sleep

In a report that helps to define insomnia, the National Sleep Foundation (NSF) identifies two primary categories: Short-term (or acute) insomnia may last a few nights and can be caused by worry, stress, loss of a loved one, or other situations that affect us temporarily. Long-term (or chronic) insomnia lasts … Read More

Insomnia Medication: Understand the Differences

Oct 10, 2016 · Jay Roland · Sleep

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a list featuring a variety of sleep aid medications to treat insomnia. Because these are powerful medications, they should be used carefully and, in most cases, not for extended periods. If your doctor suggests medications to treat your insomnia, be sure … Read More

Try These Snoring Solutions for a Better Night’s Sleep

Sep 19, 2016 · Jay Roland · Sleep

If you know you snore and you want a better response than your bed partner’s nudge in the ribs, there are plenty of effective snoring solutions you should consider. If the snoring is due to a potentially dangerous condition known as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), one of your first considerations … Read More

What Causes Sleep Apnea?

Sep 12, 2016 · Jay Roland · Sleep

Many suffer from it, but most don’t know what causes sleep apnea. The most common form is obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), which occurs when breathing is interrupted when the upper airway is blocked by the collapse of excess soft tissue in the back of the mouth during sleep. The effect … Read More

How a CPAP Machine Can Help Treat Sleep Apnea…

Jul 21, 2016 · Jay Roland · Sleep

For moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), your physician may recommend a nasal continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine, which forces air through the nasal passages at a level that prevents the tissues of the throat from collapsing during sleep. For those with less severe OSA or for anyone … Read More

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