Evidence-based guides on medical conditions, treatments, and preventive care

CPAP mask types — nasal, full-face, nasal pillows. Pros and cons of each, and how to find the right fit.

CPAP cleaning — proper methods, frequency, why ozone cleaners aren’t recommended. Maintaining hygiene safely.

Quetiapine (Seroquel) for sleep — off-label use controversy, metabolic side effects, and why many experts oppose this practice.

Trazodone for sleep — most prescribed off-label sleep medication. Mechanism, dosing, and limitations.

Ambien vs Trazodone — Z-drug vs antidepressant for sleep. Different mechanisms, dependence potential, and which is preferred.

Ambien vs Lunesta — both Z-drugs with different half-lives. Comparison of effects, side effects, and which to choose.

Excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) — common causes including sleep apnea, narcolepsy, and lifestyle factors. When to see a sleep specialist.

Narcolepsy — excessive daytime sleepiness, cataplexy, sleep paralysis. Type 1 vs type 2, diagnosis, and modern treatments.

Restless legs syndrome (RLS) — symptoms, iron deficiency connection, and treatment options including dopamine agonists and gabapentinoids.

Shift work sleep disorder — sleep difficulties from non-traditional work hours. Strategies for night shift, rotating shifts.