Category Archives: 3.0 Medical Complications

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Nighttime Heartburn Relief

Millions of people suffer from nighttime heartburn, which is also known as gastroesophageal reflex disease (GERD).  It occurs when the acid contents of a person’s stomach come back up into their throat (esophagus) and this causes a burning sensation and … Continue reading

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Narcolepsy

Narcolepsy is a sleep disorder that is characterized by persistent and uncontrollable daytime sleepiness. A person suffering from narcolepsy can fall asleep at inappropriate times (have a sleep attack) while in the middle of a conversation (you’re not really that … Continue reading

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The Sleep Disorder Cataplexy

Cataplexy (KAT-ah-plek-se) is a neurological condition that is sometimes confused with epilepsy. The word cataplexy comes from the Latin word “cataplessa” which means, “to strike down with fear”. An attack involves losing muscle control, like being in a deep sleep, … Continue reading

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RLS Medication Mirapex Made Me Do It

The medication Miraplex used to treat Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) and Parkinson’s disease can also cause compulsive behaviour in some people. A Winnipeg, Manitoba woman was recently found her not guilty of impaired driving and a judge gave her a … Continue reading

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Insomnia Can Kill You

Chronic insomnia can kill you and shorten your life as it can cause many other health problems. Always being dead tired is more hazardous than you may have thought.
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