Raising awareness about sleep disorders

• Published in: Lung India Vol. 34; no. 3; pp. 262 - 268
• Main Authors: Jaiswal, Stuti J, Owens, Robert L, Malhotra, Atul
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: India Medknow Publications and Media Pvt. Ltd 01-05-2017; Medknow Publications & Media Pvt. Ltd; Medknow Publications & Media Pvt Ltd; Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
• Subjects: Analysis; Care and treatment; Central sleep apnea; Diagnosis; Insomnia; Obesity; obstructive sleep apnea; Review; Sleep deprivation; Sleep disorders; Wellness programs; India; Asia
• ISSN: 0970-2113; 0974-598X
• DOI: 10.4103/0970-2113.205331

Sleep disorders affect a substantial number of people worldwide and may be increasing in prevalence. Unfortunately, many of these disorders can go unrecognized and untreated in clinical practice. Although physicians understand that good sleep is essential to patient health, approaching the issue is often glossed over in the primary care setting. Importantly, recent data also suggest that sleep disorders are becoming increasingly recognized in developing nations. Here, we review the pertinent features and treatment of some of the major sleep disorders, including obstructive sleep apnea, central sleep apnea, insomnia, and others, that affect patient health. We aim to promote clinician and public awareness of various sleep disorders with the intent of increasing rates of recognition and treatment.