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A member asked:
Can melatonin cure sleep apnea related rbd? i've been using melatonin for a week, not getting any better.
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No: Melatonin influences the sleep cycle. It does nothing to change the obstructions that cause apnea and related arousals. Ditto for central apneas. Managing sa requires medical diagnosis, CPAP and/or an oral mad.
Answered 6/10/2014
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No: While one may be able to sleep longer or change part of their sleep, the obstruction or obstructions remain. The ability to get to rem or stay in rem is still hampered, the oxygen saturation (sp02) is still affected, etc. If you have sleep apnea, you need to look into an oral appliance, CPAP or surgical alternatives.
Answered 6/15/2014
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