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Sleepwalking: More Common Than You Know

“Sleepwalking”—the term can seem amusing, but it is a real phenomenon that can have harmful consequences on the health and safety of both the sufferer and the people in their household. Also known as somnambulism, sleepwalking is a common condition, affecting as many as 17 percent of children and 4 percent of adults in the… 

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The Importance of Cardiopulmonary Stress Test for Women

In the United States, cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the top cause of death for women, taking an estimated 300,000 lives in 2017 alone: that is 1 in every 5 deaths. The increasing CVD-related death rates in women have prompted experts to shine a spotlight on the importance of cardiac tests, such as cardiopulmonary stress tests…. 

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How Can Sleep Experts Treat Sleep Apnea

Have you been told that you’re a loud snorer? Or are you experiencing morning headaches, daytime tiredness, difficulty concentrating, irritability, and dry mouth, or sore throat upon waking up? You could have what is referred to as sleep apnea— a potentially serious sleep disorder characterized by breathing disturbances. The condition warrants prompt diagnosis and treatment… 

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Most Common Conditions Treated in Pulmonary Medicine

Pulmonary medicine is among the various subspecialties of internal medicine. It focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of the full spectrum of conditions affecting the components of the respiratory system: the nose, mouth, throat, voice box, windpipe, large and small airways, and the lungs. To help give you a better understanding of pulmonary medicine,… 

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Should I See an Allergist or a Pulmonologist for My Asthma?

Two types of doctors treat asthma: allergists and pulmonologists. It is important that you see the right one to get the most effective treatment for your condition. How can the average person discern which medical doctor to see and not waste time going to the wrong one? To help you with this, let’s talk about… 

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A Guide for Your First Visit with Your Allergy Doctor

You may have heard some strange or scary things about what happens during a visit to an allergist, but rest assured that technology and medical knowledge have made great strides in keeping you comfortable while the allergy doctor figures out what is causing your miserable symptoms. You should soon be able to effectively control your… 

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Pulmonary Medicine: What is it?

Pulmonary Medicine is a branch of medicine that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of conditions affecting the lungs. It is also referred to as “pulmonology” and the practitioners who specialize in it are called pulmonologists. To become a pulmonologist, a doctor needs to undergo at least two years of highly competitive and intensive… 

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What do sleep experts treat?

Being unable to sleep throughout the night can have the immediate effect of tiredness, exhaustion, irritability, and distractedness the next day. Sleeping poorly from time to time is part of life. Chronic sleeplessness, however, can have long-term consequences. The effects of sleep deprivation are well-known — from memory and concentration problems to mood changes, weakened… 

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What Does a Pulmonologist Specialize in?

Pulmonology is a subspecialty of internal medicine that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disorders and diseases of the respiratory system. Physicians who specialize in providing care for people with such conditions are referred to as pulmonologists. Let’s get a better insight into the specialty of a pulmonologist by learning about the specific… 

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Ask a Sleep Expert: Is It Bad to Have an Irregular Sleep Schedule?

You must have heard time and time again about the health risks associated with not getting good quality and quantity of sleep, but did you know that having an irregular sleep schedule is just as bad? In fact, a study conducted on university students in Taiwan suggests that an irregular bedtime schedule and poor sleep… 

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