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Effects of Elevation on Obstructive Sleep Apnea
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I moved to Grand Canyon, Arizona about three (3) years ago from Albuquerque, New Mexico. What was supposed to be a dream turned into a nightmare. Over the past three (3) years I have had increasing...
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You might try a holistic veterinarian for a different take on the situation. There are many that combine traditional with holistic practices.
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There are several studies out there that indicate teenagers are hormonely not ready to go to sleep until 11:00 to 12:00 p.m. Some high schools have even changes their class hours to start later with improvements in test scores. So it seems to help...
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I moved to Grand Canyon, Arizona about three (3) years ago from Albuquerque, New Mexico. What was supposed to be a dream turned into a nightmare. Over the past three (3) years I have had increasing problems with my memory, cognitve abilities, extr...
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- I live at Grand Canyon, Arizona. The approximate elevation here is 7,000'. I have had extreme fatigue, muscle and joint aches, daily headaches, memory, and cognitive issues since moving here three years ago. I've even had problems with controling my blood pressure, with tingling/numbness on my left side. These symptoms kept getting worse to the point where I needed to step down from my position or lose employment all together. Finally after many doctor visits to several different doctors, including a psychologist, the diagnosis was whittled down to sleep apnea or MS. I was recently diagnosed with Obstructive Sleep Apnea after a sleep study was ordered, and precribed CPAP therapy. I sincerely hope this is the answer to my problems. I want my life and 30 year career back.
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