Some people simply find it difficult to relax after a What are sleep disorders?Sleep disorders can disrupt the amount and quality
of sleep a person receives. They can be caused by a
number of things, including stress at home or work,
or a sudden change in daily schedule or other physical
factors. Snoring & Obstructive Sleep Apnea Snoring may be the first sign of a serious sleep disorder called obstructive sleep apnea. People with this disorder stop breathing many times during their sleep. In severe cases, sufferers wake up several hundred times during the night, which causes sleepiness during the day. Other symptoms may include:
Sleep apnea is a potentially life-threatening problem. During periods when breathing stops, blood oxygen levels fall. The heart pumps harder to circulate blood. Blood pressure rises and the heart may beat irregularly or even pause. Over time, sleep apnea can lead to chronic high blood pressure, heart attack or stroke. Insomnia People who suffer from insomnia cannot fall asleep or stay asleep. Symptoms often include restlessness, difficulty breathing and involuntary muscle movement or jerking. Stress, depression and other outside environmental factors can contribute to insomnia as well as a sudden change in sleep patterns. InsomniaPeople who suffer from insomnia cannot fall asleep or stay asleep. Symptoms often include restlessness, difficulty breathing and involuntary muscle movement or jerking. Stress, depression and other outside environmental factors can contribute to insomnia as well as a sudden change in sleep patterns. NarcolepsyThe most common symptoms of this disorder is
excessive, severe sleepiness during the day, regardless of
the amount of nighttime sleep. This severe sleepiness
can interfere with daytime functioning at school and
work. Restless Leg SyndromeKicking or jerking of the arms or legs during sleep is commonly referred to as periodic limb movement, which is caused by involuntary muscle contractions. Sufferers of this disorder often feel restless in their arms or legs prior to falling asleep. Periodic limb movement can occur both with narcolepsy and insomnia. What happens on my first visit?The Central Baptist Hospital Sleep Diagnostic Center is designed to help people discover the cause of their sleeplessness, and determine the most effective treatment options available to them. The first visit to the center is a consultation appointment (which may require a referral from a primary care physician before scheduling an appointment). Information about sleep and medical history is gathered. Bed-partners are encouraged to share any symptoms or behaviors they have noticed, which can be very helpful to physicians when diagnosing a disorder. All information will be reviewed with you, and a staff physician will determine if sleep testing is needed. What if I need sleep testing?The Central Baptist Hospital Sleep Diagnostic
Center provides comfortable, quiet and relaxing
private sleeping suites featuring sophistocated
equipment for monitoring sleep stages, breathing Before the tests:
What if I have a sleep disorder?Most sleep disorders can be effectively treated. The specialists at the Sleep Diagnostic Center will evaluate test results and treatment recommendations will be discussed with you and your primary care physician for long-term care.  Sleep Disorder QuizDo you suffer from a sleep-related disorder?
If you answer “yes” to two or more of these questions, you should contact the Central Baptist Hospital Sleep Diagnostic Center or speak with your physician regarding your symptoms.
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