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MICHIGAN PRIMARY CARE
St. Joseph Mercy Oakland primary care physicians and internists are there for you to heal what hurts, and best of all, can refer you, if necessary, to a specialist. These are special, caring, sensitive Michigan doctors that you'll like to trust, and that we trust you'll like.
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OF THE MEDICAL REPORT
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THE FACTS ABOUT Sleep Disorders
Background
Please take the following quiz to see if you are knowledgeable about sleep disorders, whether or not your sleep patterns are normal and healthy, and whether you should consult with a St. Joseph Mercy Oakland doctor to learn more. Make an appointment the same day at St. Joe’s by calling 248-372-6094 today.
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Podcast Posted: 08/10/2007
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1. There is a growing body of evidence that suggests that untreated sleep disorders can increase the risk of:
a.) Heart failure
b.) High blood pressure
c.) Coronary-artery disease
d.) Stroke
e.) All of the above
The answer is e.) All of the above. More than 100 million Americans of all ages fail to get a good night’s sleep, and this increases health risks.
2. Poor sleep is also associated with:
a.) Headaches & fatigue
b.) Excess weight & obesity
c.) Snoring
d.) All of the above
The answer is d.) Headaches and fatigue and excessive snoring can both be indicators of sleep disorders, such as sleep apnea. And a poor night’s sleep can contribute to excess weight and obesity when the body’s tissues do not properly regenerate through the course of a good night’s sleep. If you suspect that you may have some form of sleep disorder, call St. Joe’s at 248-372-6094 to make an appointment today. Call before noon and see a doctor the same day.
3. How much sleep is a good night’s sleep? Individual needs may vary, but in general, it consists of:
a.) 6.5 hours
b.) 7 hours
c.) 7.5 hours
d.) 8 hours
The answer is a.) 6.5 hours of sleep is the minimum required to be considered a good night’s sleep. Generally, men seem to need a bit less and women seem to need a bit more.
4. According to the National Sleep Foundation, how many American adults report having at least one symptom of a sleep disorder a few nights a week?
a.) 25%
b.) 35%
c.) 50%
d.) 75%
The answer is d.) 75% report some sort of sleep disorder every week.
5. There is no way to treat common sleep disorders such as sleep apnea and snoring.
a.) True
b.) False
The answer is b.) False. In fact, there are multiple treatments for these two common sleep disorders, as well as for others. Contact your doctor or call St. Joe‘s to get the good night’s sleep you deserve.
Did you know that if you call St. Joseph Mercy Oakland for an appointment before noon you can see a doctor at St. Joe’s the very same day? It’s true! With St. Joe’s all new Same Day Appointment Program. Just call us before noon at 248.372.6094 and schedule an appointment to come see a St. Joe doctor the very same day.
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Urgent Care
Vincenzo Guglielmetti, MD
Posted: 03/16/2009
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