SLEEP 2013: Patients with Diabetes, Hypertension Must Be Evaluated for Sleep Apnea
According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), it is recommended that anyone with diabetes or hypertension should be evaluated for sleep apnea by a board-certified sleep medicine physician.
Sleep apnea consists of repeated partial or complete collapse of the airway during sleep that contributes to interrupted breathing, oxygen level drops, and fragmented sleep. The condition has been strongly linked to the incidence of both Type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure.
"Diagnosis and treatment of sleep apnea from a board-certified sleep medicine physician will promote improvement in these conditions - including i...
Source: About Sleep Disorders - June 3, 2013 Category: Sleep Medicine Source Type: news
SLEEP 2013: Sleep Deprived Men Over Perceive Women's Sexual Interest
A new study suggests that sleep deprivation among men leads to altered perceptions of women's interest and intent to have sex. This occurred after only one night of sleep deprivation.
The study consisted of 60 college students who completed a questionnaire, including prompts such as: "When a woman goes out to a bar, how likely is it that she is interested in finding someone to have sex with that night?" After a night of sleep deprivation, opinions regarding sexual interest and intent were re-evaluated and the changes were noted.
The authors suggest that sleep deprivation may cause problems in the frontal lobe, the part o...
Source: About Sleep Disorders - June 3, 2013 Category: Sleep Medicine Source Type: news
Latest Sleep Content Available from May
Explore some of the latest content from this past month. Learn how to sleep on a plane (and avoid snoring). If you have restless legs syndrome (RLS), you may want to review ways to improve your symptoms on a long flight. Consider some of the most common side effects with the use of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) and an oral appliance to treat sleep apnea. Expand your vocabulary by learning the definitions of mandible and maxilla. Finally, read about the use of Klonopin to treat parasomnias, including sleepwalking and REM behavior disorder. These great articles will add to your knowledge of sleep and sleep disor...
Source: About Sleep Disorders - May 30, 2013 Category: Sleep Medicine Source Type: news
Sleep 2013 Set to Get Underway in Baltimore
In just a few days, the national meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies - known as SLEEP 2013 - gets underway in Baltimore, Maryland. This promises to be an exciting time with education, new research revelations, and the unveiling of the latest sleep-related products.
This 27th annual meeting is a joint affair between the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the Sleep Research Society. There will be two keynote addresses. Gary Gibbons, M.D. will speak on the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and advances in sleep research as well as future opportunities. Thomas Roth, Ph.D. will speak on the evolution o...
Source: About Sleep Disorders - May 30, 2013 Category: Sleep Medicine Source Type: news
New Sleep Articles Available from April
Explore the latest in new sleep articles available from April. Learn how simple breathing exercises may help you to ease anxiety and improve your insomnia. Discover some of the serious consequences associated with sleep problems in pregnancy, including preeclampsia and gestational diabetes. What is ZzzQuil? Learn about this over-the-counter sleeping medication and how long it should be used to treat acute insomnia. Read about the Neupro patch, a medication that is delivered through the skin to treat restless legs syndrome (RLS) and Parkinson's disease. Finally, add to your understanding of nasal sprays that can be used to ...
Source: About Sleep Disorders - April 30, 2013 Category: Sleep Medicine Source Type: news
Latest Sleep Articles Available from March
Explore the latest sleep articles published in March. You can learn ways to decrease your anxiety and relieve insomnia. Consider how to treat restless legs syndrome (RLS) with iron supplements. Finally discover why you feel so sleepy after lunch (hint: it's not the food). Review a detailed article describing how you can sleep better at night. Expand your understanding of anatomy by learning about adenoids, turbinates, and the nasal septum. Finally, read about the use of Flonase nasal spray to treat your allergies. There is always something new to learn about in the world of sleep!
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Ways to Decrease Anxiety an...
Source: About Sleep Disorders - March 30, 2013 Category: Sleep Medicine Source Type: news
Provent Files for Bankrupty, Product Remains Available While Awaiting Acquisition
As an update to a prior blog on the availability of the Provent medical device, I had a chance to speak with Matt Williams who serves as the director of national sales for Ventus Medical, Inc. based in San Jose, California.
As previously reported, the company has initiated a bankruptcy process. Fortunately, they remain in operation while awaiting acquisition of their assets by another company. It is anticipated that the assets will be bought out and that business will continue with the Provent product, according to Mr. Williams.
For patients who currently use or who have an interest in using the Provent medical device, i...
Source: About Sleep Disorders - March 25, 2013 Category: Sleep Medicine Source Type: news
Sleep Apnea Treatment Provent Reportedly Goes Out of Business
For those who have sought treatment of obstructive sleep apnea with the Provent medical device, it seems that this therapy option will no longer be available as the company in San Jose, California has reportedly gone out of business, according to those familiar with its operations.
Provent consists of a small one-way valve that is secured at the nostril with an adhesive band. It allows a person to breathe in, but the valve closes with exhalation and retains some of the air. Gradually, pressure builds up within the airway. It was theorized that this would keep the airway from collapsing and prevent obstructive sleep apnea....
Source: About Sleep Disorders - March 22, 2013 Category: Sleep Medicine Source Type: news
Explore New Articles on Sleep from February
There has been an exciting new development in February: I am pleased to welcome and announce the contributions of a leading expert in surgeries to treat sleep apnea and snoring, Dr. Eric Kezirian. Highly regarded for his important work in this field, he will serve as a guest author and provide valuable insight and information for people interested in learning about the surgical options to improve sleep-disordered breathing. This month includes some of his initial articles on soft palate, tongue, and jaw surgery. In addition, there is an accompanying complement of anatomy terms that are integral to understanding the procedu...
Source: About Sleep Disorders - February 28, 2013 Category: Sleep Medicine Source Type: news
New Sleep Articles Available from January
There are many great new articles available from January. The largest is an extensive series of blogs that will give specific advice to help you to sleep better over the course of 30 days. This course can be a major pathway to finally ridding yourself of your sleep problem. You can also learn what may be causing you to wake up early in the morning. If you use continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) to treat your sleep apnea, you may question whether you should use it when you have a cold. You can also learn how to avoid getting water in the tubing of your CPAP. Expand your vocabulary by learning some new words related t...
Source: About Sleep Disorders - January 31, 2013 Category: Sleep Medicine Source Type: news
30 Days to Better Sleep: See a Sleep Doctor
At the conclusion of 30 days spent in an effort to sleep better, you may find yourself continuing to struggle. Through no fault of your own, restorative rest may still elude you. You may still struggle to sleep at night or wake feeling unrefreshed. What should you do now to improve your sleep? When should you see a sleep doctor?
There are many things that you can do to improve your sleep. As observed over the past month, you can sleep better by keeping a regular sleep schedule. You can improve your sleep environment by removing electronics, pets, and even the alarm clock. You can meet your sleep needs, pay off your sleep ...
Source: About Sleep Disorders - January 30, 2013 Category: Sleep Medicine Source Type: news
30 Days to Better Sleep: Make Sleep a Priority
As the "30 Days to Better Sleep" blog series draws to a close, there are only a few finishing touches necessary to ensure a good night's sleep. One of the most important is completely within your control: it is the decision to make sleep a priority.
Sleep concludes our day. It is, quite literally, the last thing we get to, but it is a finish line that we tend to postpone when necessity or preference dictates. Work, family obligations, and hobbies may intrude on the amount of sleep that we obtain. A late night with friends, a few hours surfing the internet or watching a movie, a project for work; there are endless distract...
Source: About Sleep Disorders - January 29, 2013 Category: Sleep Medicine Source Type: news
30 Days to Better Sleep: Consider If You Are Too Sleepy
In the grand scheme of improving your sleep, it is important to assess the gains and recognize if you are simply too sleepy during the day. The irony is that the sleepier you are, the less you might recognize the degree of impairment in yourself. What are the causes of persistent excessive daytime sleepiness? How might being too sleepy affect your daytime function in regards to memory, focus, and mood? Take a moment and consider whether you may still be too sleepy and why.
Remember the difference between sleepiness and fatigue. Sleepiness or drowsiness is a strong compulsion to fall asleep. When it occurs during the day, ...
Source: About Sleep Disorders - January 28, 2013 Category: Sleep Medicine Source Type: news
30 Days to Better Sleep: Get Rid of the Alarm Clock
For as long as you can remember, it has been the first thing you look at in the morning: the alarm clock. It is a symbol of obligation, intrusion of responsibility, and a marker of the modern working life. One of the highlights of retirement may be finally getting rid of it. What if you could hit the snooze for good? How is an alarm clock affecting your ability to sleep and wake feeling rested? Consider whether it may be time to get rid of the alarm clock.
What does it mean to use an alarm clock? At its foundation, the implication is that you need to wake up at a certain time, probably before you would naturally wake on y...
Source: About Sleep Disorders - January 27, 2013 Category: Sleep Medicine Source Type: news
30 Days to Better Sleep: Expose Yourself to Morning Sunlight
What is the first thing you do when you wake up in the morning? Chances are that it doesn't involve getting prolonged direct exposure to sunlight. How might this undermine your ability to sleep? Learn how exposure to morning sunlight may help you to sleep better, especially if you have a circadian rhythm disorder.
Light is the principal control of our day-night cycle, influencing everything from body temperature to metabolism to sleep. Without it, our bodies will run on a pattern determined by our genetics (called tau). This may not be quite 24 hours in length, and the daily discrepancy can add up. We also have natural te...
Source: About Sleep Disorders - January 26, 2013 Category: Sleep Medicine Source Type: news
