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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: How to treat the UK's biggest sleep problems
Caption: How to treat the UK's biggest sleep problems. The most common sleep disorder in the UK is sleep apnoea, with 110 thousand people Googling the condition per month. Dr Daisy Mae, who has collaborated with luxury wooden bedmakers Get Laid Beds, has explained the most common sleep disorders and how they can be treated. Dr Daisy begins: "We all know how big a role sleep plays in our health and productivity, and with so many of us suffering from a lack of sleep due to specific disorders, it’s important those of us suffering know how best to navigate these disorders to maximise our sleep quality.” Sleep apnoea - 110,000 monthly searches. ”It occurs due to loss of muscle tone in the back of the throat and upper airways. The act of breathing actually stops for up to 30 seconds, before the person startles with a snort, and starts breathing again.” The expert explains: "Sleep apnoea can be successfully treated. Simple measures such as stopping smoking, losing weight and treating acid reflux can help. See your GP for an accurate diagnosis.” Insomnia - 74,000 monthly searches. Insomnia is a disorder that means you regularly have problems sleeping for a variety of reasons though it can get better by switching up your sleeping habits. Restless leg syndrome - 49,500 monthly searches. This common condition causes sufferers to have an uncontrollable urge to move their legs, making it difficult to fall asleep. ”Treating RLS is difficult. It's important to avoid alcohol, caffeine and smoking as these are known to worsen symptoms.” The expert adds that "those who followed a regular fitness regime for six weeks reported a 39% improvement" in their symptoms. Narcolepsy - 33,000 monthly searches. This is a chronic neurological disorder that impacts the brain's ability to control sleep-wake cycles which can cause several issues. ”Treating narcolepsy involves the same attention to sleep hygiene, and reducing triggers such as alcohol, caffeine and smoking.” “Take regular exercise and avoid taking any sedatives. Medications may be given such as dexamphetamine, methylphenidate or antidepressants. Narcolepsy needs to be diagnosed and managed by a sleep physician.” THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
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