Question 1

vertigo when laying down to sleep, also when getton up but not as bad.  on b/p meds?

Accepted Answer

Could be orthostatic: Certain BP medications can cause orthostatic hypotension (lowering of BP with postural changes) and dizziness.

Question 2

what is  the best time to sleep at night? should it be between 8:30p.m. to 10:30p.m., or just before 11 p.m.?sleep for how many hours?6 to 9?

Accepted Answer

Sleep schedule: Ten pm is a good time if that fits your schedule. Try to get 8-10 hours sleep per night.

Question 3

i am 23yrs old .today ifirst time i experienced high b.p 155/90. my lifestyle is healthy.no smoke.rare drinking.bt alittle more sleep .whats the cause?

Accepted Answer

High blood pressure: The doctors white coat may have caused your increase in blood pressure. However, have your doctor check your urine, your eye grounds and get an ultra sound of your kidneys to rule out possible cause. If you are taking medications or otc products inform your doctor.

Question 4

i sleep too often?

Accepted Answer

Normal variation: There is a great deal of variation in the amount of sleep individuals require, including variation by age.  If you are able to sleep through the night and wake up feeling rested, sleeping more than you feel is normal may not be a problem. If you are not able to get enough sleep, or feel tired throughout the day, consult a physician as you may not be sleeping well during the night.

Question 5

is to much sleep bad?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: All depends on why you sleep a lot. If it is because of abnormal fatigue, get help. There is a statisstical relationship between under 6 and over 8 hours of sleep with shortened life span.

Question 6

my baby refuses to sleep?

Accepted Answer

Sleep: Need to know more information such as age and what you have tried

Question 7

what is the benefit of sleep?

Accepted Answer

Sleep Benefit: Scientists have gone to great lengths to fully understand sleep's benefits. In studies of humans and other animals, they have discovered that sleep plays a critical role in immune function, metabolism, memory, learning, and other vital functions.

Question 8

why do i sleep so much lately?

Accepted Answer

Tired?: Need much more information before this could be answered intelligently.

Question 9

could i sleep with earbuds in?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You could, although I question why you want to. Are you trying to drown out sound that bothers you?

Question 10

what is done for sleep aponea?

Accepted Answer

Sleep Apnea: Treatment begins with behavior therapy, avoid alcohol or sleeping pills or sedatives, sleep on your back, medications such as acetazolamide, oral appliances such as mouth piece customly made, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine, and surgery such as septoplasty if CPAP fails or is refused.

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Vertigo when laying down to sleep, also when getton up but not as bad. on b/p meds?

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What is the best time to sleep at night? should it be between 8:30p.m. to 10:30p.m., or just before 11 p.m.?sleep for how many hours?6 to 9?

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I am 23yrs old .today ifirst time i experienced high b.p 155/90. my lifestyle is healthy.no smoke.rare drinking.bt alittle more sleep .whats the cause?

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I sleep too often?

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Is to much sleep bad?

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My baby refuses to sleep?

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What is the benefit of sleep?

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Why do i sleep so much lately?

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Could i sleep with earbuds in?

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What is done for sleep aponea?

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