Archive for October, 2008

Is sleep apnea considered a pre-existing condition that is not covered by CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield?

Thursday, October 30th, 2008

Nina asked: I am considering switching insurance during open enrollment to CareFirst, from Kaiser. I have sleep apnea and am on a CPAP machine. Is this considered a pre-existing condition that would nto be covered, or can it be transferred to the new insurance as durable medical ...

Is it impossible for me to get energy from sleep if I have Restless Leg Syndrome?

Wednesday, October 29th, 2008

PL asked: A couple of months ago, I was diagnosed with having Hypersomnia and am currently taking 350mg of Provigil, which has worked exceptionally well to keep me awake during class, work, etc. . After further reading of hypersomnia, I had realized Restless Leg Syndrome was the cause. Ever since ...

What kind of jet lag will I have with a 12-hour time difference?

Tuesday, October 28th, 2008

Kaleigh57 asked: I am flying to Thailand in about a week, and I go to school in Texas. There is a 12-hour time difference, and the travel day will be between about 23-24 hours long. I'm flying through Tokyo, over the Pacific. How bad will the jet ...

what can be done to relieve Restless Leg Syndrome?

Tuesday, October 28th, 2008

gentlyrains asked: Restless Leg Syndrome keeps me awake most nights. It is a miserable creepy crawley feeling in the legs, that nothing seems to relieve, and I have tried many things. I am hoping for a solution that works. Thanks, Gently

Is my sleep apnea the reason that my husband and I cannot conceive?

Saturday, October 25th, 2008

rellimztik_arual asked: We have tried for two years now, and still nothing. My period has been non-existent for about a year now. We are not using any birth control (obviously). My doctor says it's just because of my sleep apnea. I already have a son from a previous relationship. Any ...

Jet Lag from Australia to the United States length?

Friday, October 24th, 2008

mgmandthelionsroar asked: I returned from Australia to Maine about 5 days ago, and am still experiencing terrible jet lag. Does anyone know how long this normally lasts?

Restless Leg Syndrome – Does drinking alchohol help?

Thursday, October 23rd, 2008

nedbella asked: I'm wondering if a small glass of port before i got to bed will help. I know it has helped me in the past with getting to sleep, but i've only had restless leg syndrome become worse in the past few weeks to the point where i'm ...

insomnia ?

Thursday, October 23rd, 2008

dreamer asked: i have a problem thats been going on since january i wake up every 3 hrs after a dream i always remember atleast 2 to 4 dreams a night i usally sleep about 5-7 hours but with 2 awakenings at night is this insomnia? i have been to my ...

What is the best remedy for a chronic insomnia?

Tuesday, October 21st, 2008

neil hillbarry asked: I've been sleepless for 3 consecutive days. I tried melatonin from GNC but it just made me dizzy but not sleepy at all. I've been feeling backpain and dizziness due to sleeplessness. What are some practical solutions to my insomnia? I've been an insomniac since I was ...

How can I manage the insomnia associated with stopping Remeron?

Monday, October 20th, 2008

Daniel L asked: I stopped taking Remeron last Thursday (as directed by my psychiatrist), and have been experiencing moderate insomnia. Note that insomnia was never a problem before (on or off Remeron). I tried Valerian but it doesn't seem to hit the target and I feel wired. ...