Question 1

what is nocturnal bruixism?

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Grinding: You teeth at night. Get a night guard. I recommend the NTI appliance to all my patients because it's less bulky than other night guards and leads to better compliance. I've been wearing mine for 10 years!

Question 2

what causes nocturnal emissions?

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Build up of semen: Begins in adolescence and falls off with age. Does not occur in post-pubertal males with frequent masturbation or regular sex release of semen.

Question 3

is being nocturnal a disorder?

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Morningness/nightnes: There are predispositions people have been more lark vs. Owl.  When it turns out that person is going to bed in the morning (sleep phase is delayed to this point) and then person sleeps during the day, this can be disorder.  It may work to person's advantage with a particular job.  If the person does not want this to be the case then it would be a disorder and treated.

Question 4

what causes people to be nocturnal?

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It depends : Some people are genetically wired that way (night owls) and others gradually shift their day-night switch more towards night.

Question 5

walking alone at night?

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Usually not wise: Being alone anywhere can make you a target. Best not to walk alone anywhere at night.

Question 6

are tampons at night ok?

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Yes: Tampons can be used at night but should be changed in the morning.

Question 7

i don't can sleep at night?

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Consult MD: We do not have enough information to advice you.We don't know your age or sex.We dontknow if you are taking any medications,if you have any other medical condition,if you are depressed.What kind of work you do if any.I suggest you consult your Primary Care Doctor and he/she may be able to help you sleep at night.Do you sleep[ during the day?Drink tea/coffee at night.?See MD

Question 8

is it safe to jog at night?

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Careful: Wear bright reflective clothing. Bring a phone. Know where your jogging. Be sure someone knows where you are.

Question 9

can i eat oatmeal at night?

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Sure : Certainly you can. It is a healthy food in normal quantities and as part of a balanced diet. The time of day you eat it is probably irrelevant.

Question 10

pains in the chest at night?

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See a doctor ASAP: chest pain can have a variety of causes, some self limiting, others life threatening. Without further information , we can not diagnosis this, but urgent evaluation is warranted. Please see a doctor right away. Heart disease in women often presents with atypical symptoms.

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