What are some sleep disorders?

Snoring, Apnea: Snoring is the most frequently encountered sleep disorder and is thought to be a precursor to sleep apnea. Obesity is a co morbidity with both. Some snoring and sleep apnea can resolve with weight loss and control. CPAP and dental devices are the two most common methods of dealing with these. Diagnosis requires a pollysomnogram but many md and dentist can conduct screeen exams with a medibyte or.

Sleep disorders: Insomnia can be primary or secondary. Examples of primary are sleep apnea & narcolepsy. Examples of secondary are thyroid disease, cardiovascular, medications causing poor sleep.