A good night’s sleep rejuvenates, energizes, and keeps you physically healthy. However, sleep disorders can prevent you from getting the recommended hours of sleep that your mind and body require. One such sleeping disorder is sleep apnea. This sleep disorder is quite common and is characterized by sudden pauses in breathing that can last up to 10 seconds. The pauses result in disturbed sleep that in turn affects the quality of sleep and also causes daytime sleepiness or tiredness. While a medical practitioner can suggest a possible treatment option after careful examination, there are some easy ways in which you can improve sleep apnea symptoms on your own. Here are six natural ways to manage sleep apnea. Manage Your Weight Research conducted on a controlled group showed that individuals who undergo lifestyle modifications, especially weight management over a period of time, show less severe sleep apnea symptoms. Thus, if you are overweight, then it is advisable to lose the extra pounds and naturally manage sleep apnea. Revisit Your Sleeping Position One of the natural ways to manage sleep apnea is to make small changes in the way you are sleeping. Elevating your head when you are sleeping can help, which can be done by using pillows.

Hepatitis C is one of those diseases for which we have no vaccine as yet. This viral disease has very subtle symptoms in the early stages but it has the potential to cause liver disease. The good news is that there are a number of things you can do to protect yourself from this disease and manage it. Thus, it is important to know the signs and management tips for Hepatitis C. Signs of Hepatitis C Early signs of this disease include Tiredness Loss of appetite Fever Muscle ache Yellow eyes Dark urine Joint pain Nausea As the disease progresses, it will start affecting the liver cells and may cause symptoms such as Unexplained weight loss Redness of the skin on the palm Blood that does not clot easily Higher liver enzyme levels in the blood Development of breast tissue in men Pain in the abdomen Clay-colored stool Visible thin blood vessels just under the skin Accumulation of abdominal fluid Confusion Yellowing of the skin Ways to Manage Hepatitis C Hepatitis C can be treated with anti-viral medication. This course of treatment usually runs for 12 weeks. Here are a few tips that could help manage the disease and make treatment more effective.

Spinal muscle atrophy refers to a neurodegenerative genetic condition characterized by weak muscle tissue. It can affect adults as well as infants. As the disease progresses, it makes movement slower and reduces the patient’s control over voluntary movements. There is no known cure for this disease but there are a few common treatment procedures for spinal muscle atrophy that can help manage the condition. Disease-modifying Therapy Patients suffering from Spinal Muscle Atrophy usually have a mutated SMN1 gene due to which they do not produce sufficient survival motor neuron proteins. Medication given in this form of therapy boosts the effectiveness of another gene SMN2 to produce more SMN proteins and correct the deficiency. This helps slow down the progression of SMA-related symptoms and delays motor neuron death. Physical Therapy This is one of the most common treatment procedures for spinal muscle atrophy. It is aimed at managing muscle strength and maintaining the possible range of motion. It is important to note that physical therapy exercises should always be performed under the guidance of a therapist. The therapist may also recommend assistive equipment such as leg braces, shoe inserts, powered wheelchairs, and speech synthesizers. These devices allow the individual to live more independently and be active participants in the community.

Multiple sclerosis is a disease in which the immune system attacks the protective covering of the nerves. As a result, nerve damage disrupts the communication between the brain and the body and leads to symptoms like vision loss, pain, fatigue, and impaired coordination. There is no cure for the condition, but the symptoms can be treated. Here are some treatment options for multiple sclerosis: Physical therapy:  One of the common treatment options for multiple sclerosis is physical therapy. A physical therapist can teach patients stretching and strengthening exercises and how to use devices to carry out their daily tasks. It can help patients manage leg weakness or other gait problems associated with multiple sclerosis. Muscle relaxants:  Patients may suffer from painful or uncontrollable muscle stiffness or spasms, particularly in their legs. Muscle relaxants like baclofen and tizanidine may help alleviate this. Medication to reduce fatigue:  Multiple sclerosis leads to fatigue, which can be reduced by amantadine, modafinil, and methylphenidate. Some medications used to treat depression, including selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, may also be prescribed. Medication to increase walking speed:  Walking speed is usually affected in people with this condition, and Dalfampridine may help patients to slightly increase their walking speed.

A chronic respiratory disease, asthma causes inflammation and narrowing of the airways, making breathing difficult for patients. An asthma attack can occur as a result of exposure to certain allergens or common triggers. Also, the triggers can differ for different people, but some of the common triggers for asthma that you need to be aware of are: Tobacco smoke:  One of the common triggers for asthma is tobacco smoke. Though tobacco smoke is unhealthy for everyone, it is especially harmful to people with asthma. If one has asthma and also has the habit of smoking, they should consider quitting the habit. Both active and passive smoking can trigger an asthma attack, so one should also avoid stepping into smoking zones. Dust mites:  Every home has dust mites, which are tiny bugs and can also trigger asthma. To prevent asthma attacks, patients should not use down-filled pillows, quilts, or comforters and should remove stuffed animals and clutter from their bedroom. Additionally, the bedding should be washed weekly. Outdoor air pollution:  Another common trigger for asthma is outdoor air pollution, which can be caused by factories, vehicles, or any other sources. One should pay attention to air quality forecasts and plan their outdoor activities according to when the pollution levels will be low.