wake up and see the warning signs.

As a full service Sleep Center, our physicians have a combined 20 years of experience in managing sleep disorders. Our lab director is board-certified in sleep medicine and our physicians specialize in otolaryngology, including head and neck conditions that can cause sleep disorders. Our sleep staff includes physicians, nurse practitioners, registered sleep technologists and respiratory therapists who follow the strict sleep testing guidelines established by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Below are common sleep disorders and the symptoms associated with each.

Sleep Apnea:

If you snore or pause in breathing for long periods during sleep, you may have a condition called Sleep Apnea. This is a serious condition that may lead to many life-threatening risks, like heart conditions, stroke and accidents due to tiredness.

       Symptoms of sleep apnea include:

• Loud snoring
• Gasping for breath during sleep
• Sleepy or fatigued during the day
• Morning headaches
• Difficulty concentrating
• Feeling irritable or moody

Daytime Sleepiness:

If you experience sleepiness during the day you may be suffering from sleep deprivation, poor quality sleep, or even a sleep disorder called Narcolepsy. Being excessively tired when you are expected to be awake or alert affects your ability to concentrate and make decisions, and it also puts you at risk for driving drowsy and injuries at work.

       Symptoms of daytime sleepiness include:

• Difficulty staying awake during the day
• Difficulty concentrating
• Muscle weakness during emotional situations
• Hallucinations upon falling asleep or waking up

Restless Legs:

If you feel unpleasant sensations in your legs or the urge to move your legs prior to sleep, you may have a condition called Restless Legs Syndrome. This can make falling asleep and staying asleep quite difficult. This disorder is often accompanied by uncontrollable leg movements that occur while you sleep. This can disturb you as well as your bed partner.

       Symptoms of restless legs include:

• Creeping, tingling, or nervous sensation in legs prior to falling asleep
• Urge to move legs before or during sleep
• Difficulty sleeping

Insomnia:

If you have difficulty sleeping 3 nights a week or more, you may have a form of Insomnia. Insomnia can be temporary due to a recent change in your life, or it can occur on a more frequent basis. Lack of sleep can affect your life in many ways, and it can even lead to or aggravate depression.

       Symptoms of insomnia include:

• Difficulty falling asleep
• Difficulty staying asleep
• Frequent awakenings