Archive for December, 2008

I have sleep apnea and bipolar depression. Will correcting the apnea improve the depression?

Monday, December 29th, 2008

Free Thinker asked: I have bipolar, although it's mild I think. I frequently go back and forth between depressed and normal. I also have obstructive sleep apnea and have always had trouble sleeping. I'm having my tonsils out in 3 months to correct the problem. Will ...

What are some alternative treatments for sleep apnea?

Monday, December 29th, 2008

Scott C asked: I was diagnosed with a mild form of sleep apnea. I have tried a CPAP machine and couldn't adjust to it. My doctor said I wouldn't be a good candidate for surgery. I'm considering a dental device (mouth piece), but wanted to know if ...

why does tylenol with codeine make restless leg syndrome subside?

Sunday, December 28th, 2008

jezuzgirl asked: I had some of this Tylenol 3 left over from a dentist prescription and took it out of desperation, and It took away the symptoms of my RLS. Are there any over the counter medications or remedies that will help my symptoms?

What can you do for restless leg syndrome?

Sunday, December 28th, 2008

shadow asked: I can not sleep at night because my legs start twitching and hurting and I have to get up and walk on them to get any relief.

What is an appetite suppressant that I can take at night without getting insomnia from it?

Saturday, December 27th, 2008

Natalie C asked: Trying to lose weight like so many of us. One of my main problems is night compulsive eating. I don't want to feel nauseous, like some appetite suppressants can do. And I don't want it to keep me up (I'm already taking something for ...

Any remedies/helps for motion sickness and jet lag that actually help?

Saturday, December 27th, 2008

amethyst86 asked: Am about to embark on a very busy 6 week tour of Europe. Are there any over the counter meds you can take to help with motion sickness, sleeping on the plane, and jet lag? What is helpful and works? Thanks!

How do I cope with jet lag?

Friday, December 26th, 2008

HJR asked: I'm flying to Barbados from the UK next week and am staying there for two weeks. But because the tour operator has got an itinery planned, I only have on day at the start of the holiday to do what I want. Is there a way to overcome ...

How do you control your sleep apnea?

Thursday, December 25th, 2008

AlwaysRight asked: Does taking naps make you sleep apnea worse or better ?? My husband has sleep apnea, mild to high condition. 28 years old, smoker, 20 lbs over weight, no significant excersize daily. What are some ways to help ruduce his tiredness, and also improve his condition??

Can constant boredom and no socializing create insomnia?

Wednesday, December 24th, 2008

miguel f asked: I am new to this area, I know no one, I read a lot and surf the web, no tv; I have problems sleeping and eating. I cannot eat in the morning. Is this insomnia and loss of appetite connected with constant boredom? bmac you are ...

Can anyone help me find a documentary on narcolepsy?

Tuesday, December 23rd, 2008

survivorfish85 asked: In the UK a few years ago, there was a documentary about narcolepsy (the uncontrollable compulsion to fall asleep). For my psychology project part of it is to do with narcolepsy, and I would like to see this documentary again, but I don't know where to find it. ...