Sleep disorders we treat
Poor sleep is common and treatable. Sleep and Lung Care’s sleep physicians see adults with snoring and obstructive sleep apnoea, insomnia, excessive daytime sleepiness, narcolepsy, restless legs syndrome and parasomnias such as sleepwalking and REM sleep behaviour disorder, at Epping, Brunswick, Doncaster East, Braybrook and Kilmore. First appointments are in person; follow-up appointments can be by video where clinically appropriate.
When to see a sleep physician
Loud snoring, pauses in breathing noticed by a partner, waking unrefreshed, falling asleep during the day, difficulty getting to sleep or staying asleep for more than a few weeks, or unusual behaviour during sleep are all reasons to ask your GP for a referral. Sleep apnoea is linked to high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes and driving accidents, so it is worth diagnosing early.
How we diagnose sleep disorders
Assessment starts with a consultation and questionnaires. Testing depends on the symptoms and suspected sleep disorder. A sleep physician can advise whether a home sleep study, a hospital study or another assessment is appropriate. Treatment ranges from CPAP and oral appliances to behavioural therapy for insomnia and medication for narcolepsy or restless legs.
Start with a referral from your GP — upload it here or call (03) 9422 0077.