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Sleep disorders prevent many people from getting the sleep they need for proper mental and physical functioning. These potentially life-threatening disorders may cause chronic fatigue, poor job performance, depression, disrupted social relationships, automobile and work-related accidents, high blood pressure, heart failure and stroke.

The good news: Sleep disorders may be effectively treated after they have been diagnosed.

The Sleep Disorders Center at Palmetto General Hospital specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of sleep and wake disorders in adults. The hospital’s board-certified Sleep Disorders Specialist works with a team of certified technicians and other skilled professionals with experience in the treatment of many types of sleep disorders.

Because evaluations require an overnight stay, great care is taken to promote pleasant experiences. Palmetto's comfortably furnished private rooms are designed to feel like home. Patients receive numerous benefits from the facility located at the hospital’s campus, including access to the high quality care and attention, convenient parking and 24-hour security. They also enjoy freshly prepared breakfasts and warm hospitality. Special requests, including dietary preferences, are accommodated.

Sleep Disorders May Harm Your Health

Sleep disorders may threaten your health and well being. They may significantly reduce your quality of life and make you tired and irritable. In addition, they may damage your marital life, job performance and driving abilities.

Sleep apnea is one of the most common sleep disorders that affects more than 18 million Americans. People with this potentially life-threatening condition don’t breathe properly during sleep. Therefore, they don’t get enough oxygen and have poor-quality sleep that often includes loud snoring and gasping for air. As a result, their bed partners also have difficulties sleeping near them.

Moreover, because people suffering from sleep apnea have interrupted nights of sleep, they often fall asleep during the day at inappropriate times such as while working, driving, reading or watching television. Studies have shown that untreated sleep apnea patients are three times or more likely to have car accidents. Furthermore, about 50 percent of sleep apnea patients have high blood pressure. Recent studies have also shown that the risk for heart attack and stroke may also be higher for sleep apnea patients.

Common Symptoms of Sleep Disorders

• Snoring or gasping for air 
• Daytime sleepiness 
• Breathing difficulties during sleep 
• Morning headaches and dry throats 
• Depression 
• Irritability 
• Sexual dysfunction 
• Learning and memory difficulties

Treatment for Sleep Disorders

If you are diagnosed with a sleep disorder, various treatment options will be discussed with you after careful evaluation of your particular condition. Evaluation and treatment can be a positive first step toward a healthier and more productive life.

Palmetto strives to provide personalized service to our patients and their family members. Our hospital’s commitment to high quality service involves meeting each patient’s needs and providing those special touches that often make an important difference in a hospital stay.