Friday, October, 23, 2009
Daytime Sleepiness
October 03, 2008
People with chronic nasal obstruction are twice as likely to feel
excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS), according to new research.
Patients with chronic nasal obstruction were also five times more
likely to have sleep apnea, compared to those without nasal
problems. Nasal obstruction can be caused by allergies,
rhinosinusitis, or a deviated septum.
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Expert & Community Posts
By Florence Cardinal
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Health Expert
...is a disabling sleep disorder that causes extreme daytime sleepiness, sudden loss of muscular...
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By Florence Cardinal
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Health Expert
...shift work, or anyone who suffers from excessive daytime sleepiness. For a complete chart of...
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By Florence Cardinal
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Health Expert
...found that children with ADHD had higher rates of daytime sleepiness than children without ADHD....
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By Dr. Gross
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Health Expert
...conditions associated with Hypersomnia or Excessive Daytime Sleepiness (EDS), Disorders...
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By Florence Cardinal
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Health Expert
...breathing during the night. Another symptom is excessive daytime sleepiness. The victim may fall...
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Health Guide
...appetite with weight gain Carbohydrate cravings Increased sleep and excessive
daytime sleepiness Social withdrawal Afternoon slumps with decreased energy and...
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...episodes of apnea during the night. The predominant symptoms are usually associated with excessive
daytime sleepiness due to poor sleep during the night. Often, family members, especially spouses,...
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...VA and is involved in clinical research in sleep medicine. His research interests include excessive
daytime sleepiness, insomnia, and post-traumatic stress disorder. He has presented research and...
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... Sleepiness - during the day; Hypersomnia; Somnolence Considerations Excessive
daytime sleepiness (without a known cause) suggests the presence of a significant sleep disorder...
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...yawns. Common Causes Drowsiness or weariness Disorders associated with excessive
daytime sleepiness Vasovagal reaction Heart attack Aortic dissection
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Medications
...only once a day, take it at bedtime to help reduce daytime sleepiness. The dosage is based on... Read more »
...once a day, take it at bedtime to help reduce daytime sleepiness. The dosage is based on... Read more »
...once a day, take it at bedtime to help reduce daytime sleepiness. The dosage is based on... Read more »
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