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Sleep Apnea Breathing Is Blocked in Sleep Sleep apnea is a disorder in which a person stops breathing several times while sleeping for periods of a few seconds up to two minutes. The disorder is characterized by loud snoring, restless or unrefreshing sleep, a feeling of choking or shortness of breath and daytime sleepiness. The …
Restless Legs Syndrome Uncomfortable Sensations in the Legs Restless legs syndrome is a condition that few people know about, including many who suffer from it but have never had their symptoms properly diagnosed. Patients with restless legs syndrome describe a “crawling,” “burning,” or “tightening” sensation in their legs that is temporarily relieved by moving around …
Lyme Disease Avoid Tick Bites Lyme disease is caused by the bite of a deer tick. The bite may result in the appearance of a small red area on the skin (about the size of a quarter) that fades in a day or so. When recognized and diagnosed in the early stages of infection, Lyme …