SNORE SCORE

• Are you a loud habitual snorer, disturbing your bedroom companion?

• Do you feel tired and groggy upon awakening?

• Do you experience sleepiness and fatigue during the day?

• Are you overweight?

• Has somebody awaken you because of choking, gasping for breath or because of a pause in breathing?

     *If you answer YES to any of the above questions, you should discuss your symptoms with your physician.

Cardiac Patients and Sleep Disorders

A recent report circulated by the American Heart Association provides; congestive heart failure patients who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea may improve their cardiac function by treating their sleeping disorder.  Ask your physician about this life threatening sleep disorder, or call Paul B. Hall Regional's Sleep Center at 
(606) 789-3511.

Effects of Sleep Apnea

• Loud snoring

• Morning headaches

• High blood pressure

• Overweight, but not always

• A dry mouth upon awakening

• Depression

• Difficulty concentrating

• Heartburn

• Reduced libido

• Insomnia

• Frequent trips to the bathroom during the night

• Restless sleep

• Progressive weight gain