Sleep apnea

Sleep apnea is a condition where there is a sudden cessation of breathing during sleep, usually due to an obstruction or blockage of the upper airway. Loud snoring may be a definite sign of this disorder. The sleep partner may notice pauses in breathing, but the affected individual may be totally unaware of the problem. Excessive daytime sleepiness may result from interruption of normal sleep during the night. If you suffer from sleep apnea, your partner may have encouraged you to seek help.

Insomnia

Insomnia is a condition where an individual has difficulty falling asleep at night, awakens during the night or earlier than planned. Insomnia may be caused by chronic tension, sleep habit problems, drugs or sleep apnea. Many people experience insomnia at some time in their life. If the condition continues, it should be evaluated by your physician.

Restless legs or unusual muscle movements

This is a condition where individuals move their legs or arms rhythmically while they sleep, leading to frequent brief awakenings and disruption of the quality of sleep. Persons with this disorder may be unaware of these movements.

Narcolepsy

A person with narcolepsy falls asleep at inappropriate times such as while talking, eating or driving. This sleep state is usually brief followed by awakening that is as sudden as the sleep state.

Other sleep-related disorders

The following conditions may also be evaluated at the Sleep Disorders Center:

• Sleepwalking and sleeptalking
• Nightmare and night terrors
• Teeth grinding
• Nighttime seizures
• Problems related to shift work

Two Locations

St. Joseph Memorial Hospital 2 South Hospital Drive Murphysboro, IL 62966

8305 Express Drive Marion, IL 62959 (by Williamson Co. Regional Airport)