What are the symtoms of a breathing related sleep disorder ? Can they mimic ADD?
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I do know what you are referring to.  I did read in a medical journal awhile back about hyperactivity and symptoms similar to ADHD in children being related to a sleep disorder.\n\nI did a quick yahoo search for you and here's an article:\n\nhttp://www.dukenews.duke.edu/2004/10/sleep_1004.html
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You need to consult a doctor.  There are too many possibilities here & no one will be able to diagnose the problem without tests & an examination. \nSleep Apthnia (spelling?) is one possibility & can be corrected with medication.  Another more common disorder deals with the Thyroid & fatigue is usually accompanied by weight gain & other symtoms.  The need to sleep is also associated with depression, which in itself is often misunderstood by patients. Depression is a real physical disorder that adversly affects body chemesrty.  Probably one of the most dangerous possibilities is Hypertension, which can effect many areas of the body including the heart, lungs, liver, kidneys etc.\nYour doctor must first determine if your fatigue is a disorder or a symptom. You can't do that on these pages. Go see a doctor!\nIt could also be as simple as changing your diet.
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It can lead to serious problems, although it is usually treatable.  Among the treatments I received or was recommended are:\n\n1) Lose weight\n2) Tonsillectomy\n3) Uvulopalatoplasty\n4) Reduction of turbinates\n\nI did all four and I no longer suffer from sleep apnea.  Best of luck to you.
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Alternative names\nShortness of breath; Breathlessness; Difficulty breathing; Dyspnea \n\nDefinition\nBreathing difficulties involve a sensation of difficult or uncomfortable breathing or a feeling of not getting enough air. \n\nConsiderations\nNo standard definition exists for difficulty breathing. For some individuals, a sense of breathlessness may occur with only mild exercise (for example, climbing stairs) without an indication of the presence of a specific disorder. Others may have advanced lung disease and difficulty exchanging air but may never feel a sensation of shortness of breath.\n\nIn some circumstances, a small degree of breathing difficulty may be normal. Severe nasal congestion is one example. Strenuous exercise, especially when a person does not exercise regularly, is another. In many situations, however, difficulty breathing represents the presence of significant disease and should be evaluated by a health care provider immediately.\n\nWheezing is one form of breathing difficulty. See also rapid breathing, apnea, and other lung diseases.\n\nCommon Causes\nShortness of breath has many different causes. Obstruction of the air passages of the nose, mouth, or throat may lead to difficulty breathing. Heart disease can cause breathlessness if the heart is unable to pump enough blood to supply oxygen to the body. If the brain, muscles, or other body organs do not receive enough oxygen, a sense of breathlessness may occur. Sometimes emotional distress, such as anxiety, can lead to difficulty breathing. Specific causes include the following:\n\n-Lung disease \n-Asthma \n-Emphysema \n-Coronary artery disease \n-Heart attack (myocardial infarction) \n-Interstitial lung disease \n-Pneumonia \n-Pulmonary hypertension \n-Rapid ascent to high altitudes, with less oxygen in the air \n-Airway obstruction \n-Inhalation of a foreign object \n-Dust-laden environment \n-Allergies (such as to mold, dander, or pollen) \n-Congestive heart failure (CHF) \n-Heart arrhythmias \n-Deconditioning (lack of exercise) \n-Obesity \n-Compression of the chest wall \n-Panic attacks
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Yes they do cause these side effects plus more. All Allopathic Medicines have side effects and all can cause complications. I would suggest that you visit a Good Homeopathic Physician near you for the cure of your sleeping disorder or depression and you will get better faster and totally without any side effects or complications.\nTake Care and God Bless you
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Progressively the person find difficulties to breath, when in the stage of sound like a whistle when sleeping is already advanced after that is short of breath and therefore death..☺
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You might have sleep apnea (stopping breathing during sleep).    You might need to see a doctor and get a sleep study scheduled.  This might end as just a very minor annoyance, but it can be very serious.
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Most people with sleep apnea do not realize they have it!  If they do awaken it is with a gasping!  You are just probably feeling the effects of yourself falling into stages of sleep.  There are actually six levels of sleep one thru five where your body is getting sleep but only on the sixth level called REM for rapid eye movement does your brain get to sleep!  Things like sleep apnea and leg twitching bother the brain and cause it to drop out of this level this is why some people can sleep a whole night but not feel rested!  Because their brain had to stay awake ! \n\nIf someone says that you make funny noises while you are asleep or you stop breathing every now and then That is when I recommend that you should go to a sleep lab for an overnight study!  But until then sounds like you are OK!\n\nBut if you are always tired that would be a symptom of sleep apnea!\n\nSee Ya Later\n\nAPS
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It is a neurological disorder that causes excessive daytime sleepiness. There are 4 symptoms for it; EDS (Excessive Daytime Sleepiness), Cataplexy, Hallucinations, and Sleep Paralysis. The different symptoms are treated with different meds. You may have Narcolepsy with only one of the symptoms. The EDS is treated with Amphetamine-like drugs and the Cataplexy is treated with a new medication called XYREM. Go to www.webmd.com and research it! That website is very helpful.
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Maybe it could be sleep apnea, where your breathing stops (snoring from the air passage being blocked) while you sleep and wakes you several times during the night, is she hyper active during the day time, kind of has adhd tendency? If she does you should take her to a doctor that specializes in sleep problem or even your general practitioner or pediatrician can give an opinion on the matter, I think they correct that by a simple tonsilectomy but it could be just the way she sleeps and nothing at all. Just keep an eye out for other sleeping problems in the future.
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the biggest thing that i noticed (and is probably the most prevalent one) is that you get cold easily and you get tired quickly from excercising or walking long distances. i use to take for an arrythmia daily but i dont anymore  because im pretty physically active and i couldnt stand the fatigue. you get use to it somewhat though after a week or two. the other common ones i hear others complain about are nightmares, apathetic attitude (dont care about stuff as much), and getting lightheaded if you stand up quickly. there are others but those are the common ones. some people get lots of side effects, others dont notice any at all, everybody can react differently
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Alot of poeple actually will stop breathing for a half of second when the sleep,i know its weird and scary,my fiance does it and it scared the -hit out of me the first time i withness it,and He explained it to me,he,s docter told him about it,They have a name for it,but i forget what he called it!but its o.k.Don,t be scared,I know it freeks you out when it happens,but just relaxe and take a couple of deep breaths and you will be o.k.God bless,Hollywood
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SLEEP TALKING\nSleep talking (somniloquy) refers to any utterance made during sleep, from one word to entire sentences. It can be brought on by stress or some illness. It is relatively harmless although disturbing to room mates. \n\nSYMPTOMS:\nSpeaking or muttering during sleep \nSleeper is not aware he is talking \nSometimes shouting, singing or moaning \nMay be associated with other sleep disorders \nMay be associated with physical or mental illness \n\nTREATMENT\nAvoid or eliminate stress. \nTry relaxation techniques or meditation. \nHave someone awaken you \n\n\n\n\nSLEEP WALKING\nSleep walking (somnambulism) refers to everything from sitting up in bed to getting up and performing detailed tasks. The sleeper does these things as though in a trance. It's relatively harmless provided the walker is protected from harmful situations like upper story windows, bunk beds and stairs.\n\nSYMPTOMS:\n\nRising from the bed during sleep \nBlank face. Stares into space \nUnresponsive when spoken to \nDifficult to awaken \nNo recall of the incident \nMay consist of sitting up making walking motions, actually walking, or even performing detailed tasks. \n\nTREATMENT\nAgain, as in nightmares, sleep talking, etc., stress can be a big factor. \nTry relaxation techniques or meditation prior to bed time. \nAvoid becoming over tired or fatigued. \nSome drugs can cause episodes of sleep walking. \nAvoid the use of alcohol. \nIf you sleep with someone, have them awaken you if you become restless. \nIf you sleep walk, make sure your surroundings are safe and obstacle free. Avoid sleeping upstairs or in an upper bunk\n\n\n\n\nNightmares\nIt's important to distinguish between nightmares and night terrors. The two occur during different stages of sleep. Night terrors occur during NREM sleep, cause screaming and thrashing about and are rarely remembered in detail.\nNightmares occur in REM sleep. They cause fear but rarely the screaming and other symptoms associated with night terrors. Nightmares can be remembered as well or badly as any other dream.\n\n\nJust Bad Dreams?\nA nightmare is in effect "just" a bad dream, albeit a very intense one. However nightmares can be extremely distressing and should not be discounted.\nDuring a nightmare the pulse may increase and the body sweat - physiological responses to a very real feeling of fear. Nightmares usually result in the sleeper waking with a feeling of fear or anxiety however this soon passes.\n\nIt's wrong to say "only children have nightmares". Certainly children seem to have more nightmares, however most adults still have them on occasion. One difference seems to be that adults are better at ignoring their nightmares. By next morning adults often forget that they had a nightmare - or at least manage to suppress the memory.\n\n\nWhat Causes Nightmares?\nThere's no single cause of nightmares. Sometimes physical factors can be involved, such as illness and/or medication. Sometimes a nightmare reflects some unusual stress or trauma in the waking world. Sometimes it is just a result of small, niggling worries that have been ignored for too long.\nNightmares rarely cause any direct physical harm beyond interrupted sleep. However they can still have an indirect impact. Even if you put the nightmare aside as "just a bad dream", you can find yourself going through the next day feeling unusually irritable, moody or depressed. An unresolved nightmare can lead to a bad day.\n\nOne suggestion is to try to "neutralise" the nightmare before going back to sleep. Lie back and visualise a positive, peaceful and happy alternative to the nightmare. If you were being chased, perhaps you turn and face the pursuer, only to discover it's a cuddly teddy bear just having fun. If you were falling, perhaps you float gently down onto a thick feather mattress covered with silk sheets. Even if you can't think of a specific alternative to the dream, be sure to conjure
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First, snoring can be an indicator of a more serious medical problem. Although snoring may be harmless for most people, it can be a symptom of a life threatening sleep disorder called sleep apnea, especially if it is accompanied by severe daytime sleepiness. Sleep apnea is characterized by pauses in breathing that prevent air from flowing into or out of a sleeping person's airways. People with sleep apnea awaken frequently during the night gasping for breath. The breathing pauses reduce blood oxygen levels, can strain the heart and cardiovascular system, and increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. Snoring on a frequent or regular basis has been directly associated with hypertension. Obesity and a large neck can contribute to sleep apnea. Sleep apnea can be treated; men and women who snore loudly, especially if pauses in the snoring are noted, should consult a physician."\nhttp://web1.tch.harvard.edu/chnews/01-2004/sleep/myths.html\n\nHowever, for simple snoring, one quick and easy fix is to change sleeping position. Most snoring occurs when lying on the back, so have your spouse sleep on his or her side.
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It's called sleep apoenia and is a normal but odd glitch in your nervous system.Panic will make it worse.Just remember it's normal,you won't die and relax and breath deeply.I have it too.It's what explains legends of vampires and night-hags,succubus etc.
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Sleep Walking is an arousal disorder.  I am not sure but I think the cause \nis still quite unknown.  In children, it could be related to fatigue, \nanxiety and prior sleep loss.  In adults it's more likely to be related to \nreaction to medications or it could be a symptom of a mental disorder.
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See a medical sleep specialist . . .it might be related to sleep apnea . .