Waking up multiple times during the night to use the restroom isn’t always about your bladder or prostate — it could be your breathing. In this powerful mini-lesson, Dr. Jerald H. Simmons, a nationally recognized sleep specialist, breaks down what happens inside your chest when untreated sleep apnea creates intense negative pressure. That strain affects the right side of the heart, triggering a hormonal signal that sends your kidneys into “flush mode”… even when your bladder isn’t actually full. CSMA Nurse Practitioner Maggie Lavender joins to explain how this process leads to nocturnal urination, one of the most overlooked signs of sleep apnea — and what you can do about it. In This Video, You’ll Learn: • Why obstructed breathing at night can create extreme negative pressure in the chest • How this pressure impacts the heart and triggers nighttime bathroom trips • Why limiting fluids before bed won’t fix the problem • What signs may indicate undiagnosed sleep apnea • How CSMA can help you get answers and finally sleep through the night If you’re waking up multiple times per night — even when you avoid drinking late — it may be time to get evaluated. ============================================================== Schedule Your Appointment ✨ Comprehensive Sleep Medicine Associates Find a location near you and start your path to better sleep: https://csma.clinic ============================================================== Follow the CSMA and the SEC: Instagram: www.instagram.com/csmasleep Facebook: www.facebook.com/ComprehensiveSleepMedicineAssociates LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/comprehensive-sleep-medicine-associates Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@csmaclinic www.csma.clinic www.dentalsleepconference.com www.medicalsleepconference.com #SleepApnea #SleepHealth #CSMA #DrSimmons #MaggieLavender #Nocturia #SleepMedicine #HoustonSleepClinic #BetterSleepStartsHere #SleepDisorders #SleepApneaAwareness

Melatonin may be a popular go-to sleep aid, but a new study is raising important questions—not about melatonin causing harm, but about what long-term use might be signaling about your health. In this video, Dr. Jerald H. Simmons, Founding Director of The Sleep Education Consortium (SEC) and Comprehensive Sleep Medicine Associates, PA (CSMA) ---- Triple Board-Certified by the American Board of Sleep Medicine, Psychiatry and Neurology, and Clinical Neurophysiology, breaks down a recently presented American Heart Association study examining long-term melatonin use in patients with chronic insomnia. Here’s what you’ll learn: What the Study Actually Found - Adults with long-term insomnia who regularly took melatonin were more likely to be hospitalized for heart failure. - Melatonin did not cause these cardiac issues—instead, its use may indicate deeper sleep-related problems. - The data suggests that severe, untreated insomnia (often connected to conditions such as sleep apnea) may drive inflammation, raise blood pressure, and strain the heart. Why “Just Taking Melatonin” Isn’t Enough: Melatonin is easy to grab off the shelf—but when you’re relying on it night after night, it may be a sign that your body is sending out an SOS. Sleep disorders like sleep apnea can: - Disrupt your sleep cycles - Reduce oxygen levels at night - Increase the risk of heart failure - Make falling or staying asleep much more difficult Why an Evaluation Matters: As Dr. Simmons explains, the real message isn’t “stop melatonin”—it’s: If you’re struggling with sleep, get evaluated. Proper diagnosis and treatment can dramatically improve your long-term health, energy levels, and quality of life. ============================================================ 📅 Ready to Get to the Root Cause of Your Sleep Problems? Persistent insomnia is a sign worth paying attention to. At CSMA, we help patients uncover the underlying reasons for poor sleep—and provide expert, personalized treatment. 👉 Schedule an appointment today: https://csma.clinic =========================================================== Video Stitch with NBC News Segment 2025 =========================================================== Follow the CSMA and the SEC: Instagram: www.instagram.com/csmasleep Facebook: www.facebook.com/ComprehensiveSleepMedicineAssociates LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/comprehensive-sleep-medicine-associates www.csma.clinic www.dentalsleepconference.com www.medicalsleepconference.com #SleepHealth #Melatonin #InsomniaHelp #SleepApnea #HeartHealth #SleepMedicine #MelatoninFacts #HealthResearch #SleepDisorders #BetterSleep #CSMAClinic #HoustonSleep #MelatoninAndHearthHealth