Years ago, when a patient had questions, they asked their doctor. If the doctor couldn't answer, he'd refer them to a specialist. While that is still applicable today, in theory, patients have far more access to sleep disorder information from around the world. If they can't find what they are seeking at one source, they can certainly surf the internet for sources of sleep disorder information in other locations.

The Internet can be a wonderful tool, if used correctly. It is important to remember that many symptoms and diseases may sound as if they are the same, or mimic those of the sufferer. However, most such cases require additional testing to rule out (or rule in) the diagnosis--some require blood testing, x-rays, heart or brain studies, and possibly CT or MRI scans.

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Internet resources of sleep disorder information include SleepNet.com, the National Sleep Foundation at Sleepfoundation.org, an interactive tutorial at the United States Library of Medicine (Medline Plus), and the National Center for Sleep Disorders Research. Those who have favorite medical sites can also find information at WebMD, HelpGuide, and the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. By changing the keywords, patients or sufferers can personalize their own searches by including personal information depending on their own experiences.

Unfortunately, due to the popularity of the Internet, many of the same resources are not available in written form. One suggestion would be to visit your local library; either read currently released printed material, or use a computer at the library to contact some of the sites above. Copies can be printed for a nominal fee. If you are uncomfortable using the computers, there are people at the library who can show you how.

	Random Sleeping Tip
If you are taking medications for any of your clinical conditions and you are observing that you are unable to sleep at night, then you must realize that it might be the medication that you might be taking before bedtime. It is wise that you call your physician and tell him that the medication that you are taking before bedtime is preventing you from sleeping. There are other medications that cause you to go to bathroom at night more than once, so you can ask your physician to make adjustments in that medication.

On several of the websites for sleep disorder information mentioned above, there are search engines to located sleep center or sleep testing hospitals in your regional area, either by state or by zip code. Your personal physician may know of an area facility to which to refer you. Because sleep disorders can occur in a variety of instances, it is important to keep an open mind and an inquisitive rather than defensive attitude when requesting information. Remember, you are most likely ruling out terrible diseases, you are not going in assuming you have them.

You are the ultimate caretaker of your own body. If you think you have a problem, it is your responsibility to find sleep disorder information or locate a professional to help you determine whether or not a problem exists. However, it is fruitless to try to rule everything out, or to hunt for sources that will agree with your self-diagnosis.

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