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Sleep Study

A sleep study is otherwise known as polysomnography, is one of the best tests that is used to determine sleep disorders. This sleep test is done by recording the brain waves, the oxygen level in the blood, heart rate, breathing, and eye movements during sleep. It monitors the sleep cycles and helps to identify when the sleep patterns are getting disrupted and the reason for it.

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What does it mean to dream about a woman I do not know?

Query: Hello doctor, I do not know whether this query is relevant here, but I have been vexed seeing a woman in my dreams for many years. I do not know what she looks like. I never saw her facial features but noticed that she is of an average physique. She does not leave me, and sometimes I am even scared ...  Read Full »


Dr. Seikhoo Bishnui

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Even though you see that dream when you feel calm, relaxed, and peaceful, in reality, you probably have some subconscious anxiety, resulting in scary dreams of a particular type. Dreams and anxiety are interrelated, which is why your dr...  Read Full »

What are the main causes for cognitive dulling?

Query: Hello doctor, I am 34 years male. I take Ramipril 5 mg and Insulin. I have asthma, and I am allergic to dust, mites, and grass. I get brain fog with sudden cognitive deficits at night for six years. I am unable to memorize or remember things. My vision has reduced, and I feel like I am drunk as I d...  Read Full »


Dr. Saraswat Kumarshri Shriniwas

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. A couple of differential diagnoses could be causing your problems of low resilience, brain fog, and tiredness. 1) Depression can present with symptoms such as low energy, motivation, and cognitive dulling. Besides, it is often co-morbid with anxiety and panic disor...  Read Full »

What should I do to correct my sleep apnea with high BP?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 51-year-old male. I am a former athlete and continue to lift five to six days a week. Last year, I was diagnosed with high BP (175/115). This was due to TRT, which I immediately stopped (it has been a year since I have used any TRT). I was on Amlodipine 5 mg, yet that did not h...  Read Full »


Dr. Vandana Patidar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, looking at your weight, it is a possibility that you have sleep apnea issues. I suppose with home sleep study, the doctor should be able to start a medicine. Mattresses usually do not matter, but yes, you should avoid using a pillow because that inclination ...  Read Full »

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