Sleep deprivation can lead to appetite dysregulation and increased caloric intake #sleepchat

T3 Sleep apnea is more common in older, obese men #sleepchat

T3 Common symptoms include snoring, interrupted sleep, and daytime sleepiness #sleepchat

T3 Treatments can include PAP devices, oral appliances, weight loss, and etc#sleepchat

T3 Larger neck sizes are risk factors or obstructive sleep apnea#sleepchat

T3 Oral appliance therapy can be used even in patients who are not PAP intolerant, especially mild or moderate sleep apnea #sleepchat

T4 Avoid late night stimulating activities and caffeine#sleepchat

T4 Exercising too close to bedtime can be stimulating as well #sleepchat

T4 Don't watch the clock if you wake in the middle of the night#sleepchat

T4 Leave your bedroom after 15-20 minutes of being unable to sleep and do something boring #sleepchat

T4 Cardiovascular exercise in the early evening can actually help promote sleep #sleepchat

T5 Sleep aids promote sleep, but must be used cautiously, in the appropriate patient#sleepchat

T5 Sleep aids can increase one's fall risk #sleepchat

T5 Abnormal bheaviors can occur with sleep medications, so avoid first-time use on the plane #sleepchat

T6 Several alternatives to PAP therapy are being considered#sleepchat

T6 A comprehensive sleep center can help to diagnose a variety of sleep problems and guide appropriate treatments #sleepchat

T7 In a general sense, one cannot "catch up" on last sleep and its effects #sleepchat

T7 The effects of chronic sleep deprivation are not "fixed" with "catch-up" sleep #sleepchat

T7 In general, consolidated sleep is better than sleep that is broken up over the day/night #sleepchat

Thanks or having me today. I enjoyed the chat. #sleepchat