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What Causes the Different Kinds of Sleep Apnea?

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What is Sleep Apnea? Sleep apnea is a common disorder where breathing continually stops or slows dramatically during sleep. This condition results in less oxygen concentration in the blood and can temporarily awaken sleepers at night. There are two essential types of sleep apnea; central sleep apnea and obstructive sleep apnea. Central Sleep Apnea Central

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What are Adenoids and How do You Treat Them?

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Adenoids: What are They? A part of the lymphatic system, adenoids are tissues that work to assist the immune system. Located in the upper throat area just behind the nose, adenoids, like tonsils, collect potentially harmful germs and bacteria as they enter the body. These lymphatic tissues help to fight infection and keep bodily fluids

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Sleep Movement Disorders: What Are They?

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Sleep movement disorders can cause movement or restlessness during or before sleep that can make it difficult to fall asleep or stay asleep for a full night’s rest. There are two main sleep movement disorders, which include restless leg syndrome and periodic limb movement disorder. Read on to learn more about these disorders. Restless Leg

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