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Next Steps Once CPAP Has Failed
CPAP – a continuous positive airway pressure machine – is often the first suggested form of treatment for sleep apnea. This sleep disorder causes your airway to become partially obstructed, and CPAP can often help keep this from happening so you can breathe more easily. In some cases, however, CPAP treatment fails. In this blog, […]
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How Much Is My Snoring Affecting My Partner?
If you snore, it can have a huge impact on your quality of sleep and overall well-being. Snoring doesn’t just affect you, however. If you have a sleep partner, his or her rest is also disrupted, and they – and your relationship – can also suffer negative effects. In fact, many times your partner is […]
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What is a Septoplasty?
A septoplasty is a surgery that’s performed to correct a deviated (crooked) septum. This wall of bone and cartilage divides your nasal passages into two nostrils, and when it’s severely crooked or off-center, it can cause problems such as nasal blockages and congestion, nasal discharge, and postnasal drip (the sensation of mucus dripping down the […]
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Oral Appliances for Sleep Apnea & Snoring
One of the most common symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea, a serious sleep disorder, is chronic snoring. This disorder is associated with repeated pauses during sleep, which can leave you gasping for air. You might not fully awaken and be aware that this is happening, but you may feel excessively sleepy during the day or […]
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What Causes Snoring?
Snoring is a problem that affects about 45% of men and 30% of women, but it’s often not taken very seriously. If you snore habitually, however, your health and well-being could be seriously affected. It can also be associated with sleep apnea, a potentially dangerous sleep disorder. In this blog, the board-certified sleep doctors at […]
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When to See a Sleep Doctor
Everyone has trouble sleeping on occasion. Whether you’re worried about something or have a temporary illness, many factors can cause sleep to be elusive. In some cases, however, the issue continues and may be caused by a sleep disorder. If this is the case, you may need to see a sleep doctor in order to […]
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Do Catnaps Affect Sleep Disorders?
Sleep disorders such as sleep apnea can leave you feeling tired throughout the day and craving a nap in the hopes of making it through everything you have to do. Even if you’re spending enough time in bed, a sleep disorder can leave you feeling anxious and exhausted the next day. In this blog, the […]
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What is a CPAP Machine?
If you’ve been diagnosed with sleep apnea, a common yet potentially dangerous sleep disorder, chances are that your doctor may have recommended that you use a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine. In this blog, the board-certified doctors at eos sleep will explain what a CPAP machine is used for, as well as its benefits […]
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How To Get A Better Night’s Sleep
If you’ve having trouble getting a good night’s sleep, the effect can go far beyond feeling a little tired the next day. Adequate sleep is vital to your physical and cognitive health, and a lack of sleep can cause a variety of problems in many areas of your life. In this blog, the board-certified physicians at […]
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Sleep Disorders and How to Tell if You Have One
A good night’s sleep is easy to take for granted. But if you have a sleep disorder, you may have difficulty falling asleep or sleeping through the night. In some cases, you may not even be aware that your sleep is being interrupted, and you may find that you’re excessively tired during the day. A […]
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Dangers of Untreated Sleep Apnea
If you have sleep apnea, it’s important to get an accurate diagnosis and receive effective treatment for this serious disorder. It can cause short- and long-term health issues that may affect your well-being in serious ways if left untreated. What is sleep apnea? This very common disorder causes breathing to pause repeatedly during sleep. These […]
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Should I Worry About Snoring in Children?
Children and snoring is a common problem that a lot of parents face. If your child snores, you may be worrying about the medical implications. Snoring is well-known as one of the major indicators of sleep apnea, a serious medical condition. In many cases, snoring in children is fairly harmless, but if it persists for […]
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Dec, 2016Category
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Snoring and Sleep Apnea Treatments
It’s no surprise that snoring is to blame for not getting enough sleep at night, but it can also signal sleep apnea. For some, snoring is just an annoyance, but for many, it’s a sign of a serious medical condition known as sleep apnea. Those who suffer from sleep apnea experience pauses in breathing throughout […]
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Warning Signs that Your Snoring is Serious
Many people view snoring as simply an annoyance. Either out of embarrassment or because you don’t view is as a serious problem, you may have never mentioned it to your doctor. As tempting as it is to ignore the problem, it could be caused by a serious medical condition. If your snoring is severe, you […]
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Consequences of Sleep Deprivation
Most people know that sleep is important, but not everyone understands just how dangerous sleep deprivation can be. Sleep (just like water, food, and air) is a necessity for all humans. While you sleep, your body is hard at work, restoring, strengthening and rejuvenating itself. Researchers suggest that the average amount of sleep needed to […]
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