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In Search of a Good Night's Sleep: Hormones, Mind, Movement, and Breath.

ABSTRACT: Sleep disturbances are common in postmenopausal women and contribute to increased morbidity and mortality. Sleep apnea may be underdiagnosed in women, and other conditions such as insomnia and restless legs may coexist with sleep apnea. This case illustrates the complex interplay of anatomical, hormonal, metabolic and psychological factors that can interfere with restorative sleep, and the importance of both diagnostic testing and clinical history in identifying which combination of therapies will be most beneficial in improving sleep quality and quantity.

SUBMITTER: Geyer C

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6124991 | biostudies-other | 2018 Mar-Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-other

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In Search of a Good Night's Sleep: Hormones, Mind, Movement, and Breath.

Geyer Cindy C

American journal of lifestyle medicine 20171228 2

Sleep disturbances are common in postmenopausal women and contribute to increased morbidity and mortality. Sleep apnea may be underdiagnosed in women, and other conditions such as insomnia and restless legs may coexist with sleep apnea. This case illustrates the complex interplay of anatomical, hormonal, metabolic and psychological factors that can interfere with restorative sleep, and the importance of both diagnostic testing and clinical history in identifying which combination of therapies wi ...[more]

PMID: 30283249

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