Q&A: Possible sleep disorder?

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Question by F-MAN: Possible sleep disorder? I never haven't slept well for the past couple years but lately i think my lack of sleep has been effecting my everyday life. In school it feels like i can barley stay awake and its hard to concentrate. i play baseball for my high school team and alot of times i feel to tired to react, run and do other athletic stuff. Its not like i haven't slept for weeks or anything. But alot of times i will lie in bed for hours then get up to use the bathroom and see that its 2 or 3 o'clock in the mourning and have to wake up at 6:30. Some nights i won't sleep at all. Sometimes i am able to sleep for an hour or two when i get home from school. If their is something important during the day that i have to do i will usually drink a few cups of coffee or throw down a few energy drinks. I have used sleeping pills before but i feel like a have a hangover everytime i use them. do u think i might need prescription sleeping pills? I am a 17 year old male BTW. ya...what is REM sleep?

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Answer by Drew
Probably.

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Low energy and sleep apnea?

Question by eatme: Low energy and sleep apnea? My Doctor and I believe that I may have sleep apnea, which I am scheduled for testing. My appointment isn't until next month and then it takes three weeks to get the results back. In the meantime, I am totally exhausted and find no motivation to get anything done, which is very difficult because I have three children. What are some things I can do to raise my energy levels so that I can make it through the day and accomplish at least the basic needs of my family?

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Answer by Rabby
Well..that's hard to do when you don't have any energy...I can tell you that my friend was diagnosed with sleep apnea and after she got her CPAP (machine they give you to correct sleep apnea) she is a different person..she has lots of energy..so just keep thinking 3 more weeks and If I do have it I will have more energy..good luck

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What causes snoring?

Question by shasta: What causes snoring? Does being overweight is a cause of snoring? How can I stop snoring? I know laying on my stomach or side may help. Will losing weight help also. I notice I am snoring more as I get older.

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Answer by breaker12
when you breath through your mouth and your nose at the same time your sinesses are plugged and air cant get it so then you are forced to snore

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Do I have a sleeping disorder?

Question by NoNamedNickname: Do I have a sleeping disorder? It didn't happen when school was still on, cause I was exhausted from playing basketball in the day and talking after school, but now that it's summer, I don't play as much basketball, and I call friends a couple of times a day .. But, now, when I try to sleep, my mind starts thinking way too much, and I tend not to sleep until an hour after I get to bed .. Do I have a sleeping disorder?

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Answer by Kaimalie
Your not alone. I wish I can tell you but were in the same boat. I been taking Tylenol PM to help me sleep but not a good thing to depend on a pill every night. I just can't wait to have a health insurance and consult with a doctor about it. Good luck.

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How to Eliminate Snoring?

by Nicky Wilkes

Question by : How to Eliminate Snoring? I was wondering if anyone can tell me if they've found a cure to eliminate snoring? Thanks

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Answer by Bill
If you smoke or are overweight it can cause snoring problems. Poor diet and excessive stress can also cause snoring. There are certain foods and drinks that can contribute to snoring such as soft drinks and sweets. You should also try to avoid alcohol, fatty foods or dairy products before bedtime because they can cause nasal blockage which leads to snoring. Sometimes just using a firmer pillow can help relieve snoring problems. One of the best ways I've found that seems to completely eliminate snoring is by performing some simple mouth and jaw exercises a few minutes a day. After a few sessions doing these exercises my snoring problem was cured for good. I was really happy when someone told me about these exercises at http://RealHot.Info/Stop_Snoring that eliminated my snoring. After years of suffering from this embarrasing problem, I can honestly say my snoring is finally eliminated for good. I know my wife is really happy as well.

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Sleep Apnea?

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Question by xorenée: Sleep Apnea? I think I might have sleep apnea..A little while ago i jolted out of bed gasping for air. I had no idea what was going on and why i had just flung myself into the wall. My heart was pounding, my hands were shaking and it was really scary. It's happened before, but this time was really bad. Like im too scared to go back to sleep. Does anyone have sleep apnea? What happens when you go to the doctor for it?

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Answer by no name
that happened to me often.. like someone is sitting on my chest and i cant get up to get air... It started when i started to smoke...The doctors first questions was do i smoke? and i could not believe it.. 1 a month this happens to me and i still cant quit smoking

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Q&A: Can Papilledema be caused by Sleep Apnea?

Question by Jeffrey: Can Papilledema be caused by Sleep Apnea? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Papilledema http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sleep_apnea

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Answer by john
I do not see the connection

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question about sleep apnea?

Question by Becksterincali: question about sleep apnea? I have sleep apnea. I wake up at least 10 times a night (that I know of)when the back of my throat closes up and I cant breath. Im spacey during the day and have a constant headache. Ive been prone to depression/anxiety in the past, and to make matters worse....i freak out when I jerk out of a dead sleep when I cant breath and it starts a panic attack. I called my doctor, but he cant see me for 2 weeks. Does anyone have any advice on how to deal with this until I can make it to my appointment? Im scared.

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Answer by rgtheisen2003
Do you have any walk-in clinics where you live?

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Q&A: do i have sleep apnea?

Question by mrs.volleyballwarrior: do i have sleep apnea? my bmi is 18.5---i'm right at the borderline of underweight so i'm not obese i do have trouble sleeping-falling asleep-not when i am asleep and i've been doing a lil researching and i really don't think i have sleep apnea but my friends think so none of the symptons match though so what DO i have?!?!?!

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Answer by Diane D
I think it is unlikely that you have sleep apnea. It is more likely that you are having trouble falling asleep for another reason----poor sleep habits, like maybe too much caffeine or excitement before going to bed, too much noise, stress, etc. Google "sleep hygiene" and you will find some useful tips.

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Why do we snore??

Question by janet: Why do we snore?? How can i stop snoring???

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Answer by heart
lack of sleep

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panic/anxiety disorder from sleep apnea?

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Question by Edgar: panic/anxiety disorder from sleep apnea? My doctor gave me this machine that I am suppose to have on when I sleep and I have to return it to him. I told him my random breathing interruption that I have and how it game me all this anxiety and panic disorder, no asthma, perfect healthy lungs, so he wants me to do this test and also a test to measure my breathing when I run and walk. anyways, does anyone know what sleep apnea is and if it can cause panic and anxiety, my doctor said that it always causes personality changes from an angry person to an extremely panic person and that it is very common. Im 19 male and have been having this shortness of breath for about 2 years now and its hell. But i never wake up in the middle of the night or anything, only 1 time of these 2 years

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Answer by Small Fry
Well sleep apnea is a condition where you stop breathing for a short period of time in your sleep and it doesn't always wake you up. Some people it may, but I have seem my mom do it before and I think my husband saw me do it and it scared him half to death. Sleep apnea can cause personality changes, but usually panic and anxiety is what causes sleep apnea. Hope this helps a little. You can google sleep apnea and see if there are any home treatments that you could try. I don't have any solutions. Mine doesn't bug me. My mom had to buy a breathing mask and use it at night. My dad made her stop because it was too loud for him to sleep. I liked it when I still lived at home because then I couldn't hear him snore throughout the house at night.

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Does anyone else have sleep apnea?

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Question by Forever: Does anyone else have sleep apnea? Last night I stopped breathing and woke up gasping for air. I couldnt't fall back to sleep. This hasnt happened in awhile, the last time was probably last year. I got tested for this a few years back and the lab said that i have this condition. I'm wondering if i should tell my family that i love each of them in case something happens to me, yet I don't want to tell them because I don't want to make them worried.

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Answer by blaze23
If it has been confirmed through the lab that you do indeed have sleep apnea than you can get a prescription for a C-pap machine to wear at night. It forces air into your airways to keep them open. This way you are not oxygen deprived and you don't have to worry about sleep apnea related death.

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Heavy heartbeat? Sleep Apnea?

Question by fugitive2007: Heavy heartbeat? Sleep Apnea? For the past year or so I have gotten sleep apnea symptoms every once in a while. Lately I have gotten them maybe once or twice a week just keeping me awake at night at extra hour while I try not to gasp for air every time I try to sleep. Lately, mainly last night. I had it horribly and every time I tried to fall asleep I would get it bad and end up gasping for air. I finally fell asleep but today I have a much heavier heart beat than usual and possibly irregular heart beat? Im not to sure bout having an irregular heart beat as i dont know what that sounds like. I am going into the doctors Wednesday but I am wondering if this heavy heart beat is just me nervous and my anxiety kicking in or something serious?

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Answer by Lolly Pop
Okay well sleep apnea is and can be a very serious problem, If you are over weight that can have alot to do with it and i suggest you get on a healthy diet asap! This will help you out so much. Also it could just be that you are falling to deep into a sleep and you think your not breathing, Dose this happen when you think about it before you go to bed? If so this is not sleep apnea this is a panic attack which would also explain the heavy heart beat. I am not a doctor so I cant guarentee anything, I would say that you are fine, when you dont think about it and it dosent happen that means that it is just your nerves and fear that is causing this. Just make sure you do see your Doctor on wenseday just to okay this. Good luck and try not to worrie about it because all that will do is make you feel worse.

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Am I suffering from a sleep disorder?

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Question by sweetpea2693: Am I suffering from a sleep disorder? After school, I usually take a nap for about 2-3 hours and can't fall asleep until about 12-1 in the morning. Every day when I get up to go to school I feel tired and overwhelmed throughout the day. On my weekends, I also spend my free time taking naps in the afternoon. Is this a sleep disorder or are my sleeping habit just off balance?

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Answer by Babygirl Gonzalez
You don't exactly have a sleeping disorder. You can take two Nyquil. You can take three Benedral.. Or you can start staying awake through the whole day.. After that you'll be able to sleep easier.

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Q&A: Are there any new type CPAP masks (for sleep apnea)?

Question by Bill D: Are there any new type CPAP masks (for sleep apnea)? For those of us with sleep apnea its very hard to obtain info on new apnea products.

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Answer by 3B69
I have Sleep Apnea, but I depend on my Dr., who also has Sleep Apnea, to suggest what masks to use. We just got done fitting me for a new mask and after 9 years I am finally getting a new machine, with warm air mist. Here is the web link the national sleep apnea organization. They have a forum that can possibly answer any specific questions you may have. http://www.sleepapnea.org/ And here is the google search. http://www.google.com/search?sourceid=navclient&ie=UTF-8&rls=GGIH,GGIH:2006-46,GGIH:en&q=sleep+apnea

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How can i stop snoring!?

Question by : How can i stop snoring!? It's so embarrasing, i snore loud. What can i do?!

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Answer by Taylor K
close your mouth for starters.

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