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Sleep Subjects and Terms Related to Sleeping
(there is much more to learn about the mysterious processes of sleep and the things that disturb it)
Word Entries containing the term: “sleep”
advanced sleep-phase syndrome
A sleep disturbance of the circadian rhythm, sometimes learned, characterized b a pattern of going to sleep very early a night and waking up very early in the morning.
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central sleep apnea
Brief interruptions of breathing during sleep caused by failure of the brain to send the appropriate signals to the breathing muscles to initiate respiration.

Central sleep apnea is less common than obstructive sleep apnea and can require mechanical ventilation.

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obsructive sleep apnea
Brief interruptions of breathing during sleep caused by physical obstruction to the flow of air.

The air cannot flow through the nose or mouth, although efforts to breathe are made by the person. The basic problem may be blockage in the mouth or nose.

Sleep apnea that is associated with air passage obstruction may require losing excessive weight, avoiding alcohol and sedatives, sleeping on one side, medications to relieve nasal congestion, a breathing device, or some kind of surgical procedure.

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Sleep and Sleeping Topics or Subjects

Terms applicable to sleeping for a greater understanding of the sleep process.

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sleep apnea
1. A temporary stoppage of breathing while sleeping, often resulting in daytime sleepiness.
2. Sleep apnea is classified as obstructive or central.

Medical treatment depends on the type of sleep apnea present

  • Sleep apnea which is associated with air passage obstruction may require losing excessive weight, avoiding alcohol and sedatives, sleeping on one side, medications to relieve nasal congestion, a breathing device, or surgical procedures.
  • Central sleep apnea is uncommon and caused by problems in the brain that impair the signals to breathe and can require mechanical ventilation.
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sleep disorder
Any disorder that affects, disrupts, or involves sleep.

The most common sleep disorder is snoring, although it is usually not medically significant.

Insomnia, sleep apnea, restless legs syndrome, and sleepwalking are also sleep disorders.

Many large medical centers have diagnostic and treatment facilities dedicated to diagnosing and treating sleep disorders.

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