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of adults sleep less than seven hours a night, raising their risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease and high blood pressure.Running on too little sleep? It catches up with you.
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men with moderate to severe sleep apnoea don't know they have it.Loud snoring and daytime exhaustion are worth checking, not just living with.
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drop in testosterone after one week of five-hour nights, in healthy young men.That's the same dip as ageing 10 to 15 years. Sleep is a hormone issue too.
Circadian rhythm regulation • Sleep onset • Sleep-wake signalling pathways • Body clock alignment
Poor sleep has many possible causes, from stress and routine to underlying medical issues. Your doctor works through this with you at your consultation before recommending anything.
You start with a free eligibility check, followed by a consultation with a South African doctor. If appropriate, your doctor prescribes and monitors treatment, adjusting your plan as you go.
When prescribed and monitored by a doctor, it can be used safely in appropriate patients. Safety depends on proper assessment, correct dosing and ongoing review.
Tell your doctor about everything you're taking during your consultation. This is particularly important if you're on sedatives, antidepressants or blood pressure medication, they'll check for interactions before prescribing.
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