Sleep Disorders and Symptoms

St. Mark’s Sleep Center

Research shows that an adequate amount of quality sleep is essential for overall good health. Following is a list of common sleep disorders and their symptoms that the St. Mark’s Sleep Center treat.

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome
• loud or irregular snoring
• excessive daytime sleepiness
• repeated nightly awakenings
• nightly periodic absent breathing
• non-refreshing sleep
• morning headache

Periodic Limb Movements
• excessive daytime sleepiness
• non-refreshing sleep
• nightly leg jerks
• restless sleep

Narcolepsy
• excessive sleepiness
• vivid dreaming when barely asleep
• sudden muscular weakness
• sleepy when excited/angry
• refreshed by naps
• disrupted sleep
• sleep paralysis

Insomnia
• difficulty initiating sleep or staying asleep
• repeated nightly awakenings
• daytime fatigue
• restlessness

Restless Legs Syndrome
• unpleasant sensation in the legs
• irresistible urge to move about
• moving relieves the discomfort
• more pronounced in evening/night

If your bed partner or a family member notices that you snore loudly, you sleep poorly, or you suffer from any of the conditions above, it might be time to discuss your symptoms with a physician. Call us at 801-268-7770 to schedule a consultation.

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