All articles tagged with #sleep safety
A man in Tunisia fractured his penis in two places while sleeping, leading to penile swelling and deviation. However, doctors were able to successfully repair the fractures, and the patient regained full erectile function within four days. While rare, this type of injury can occur during sleep, and the article provides tips for preventing nighttime erections to avoid such accidents.
Scientists have identified potential causes of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) in a new study published in the Journal of Neuropathology & Experimental Neurology. The study found abnormalities in the 2A/C serotonin receptors responsible for protective sleep functions in the bodies of 70 infants who had died of SIDS. The researchers believe that SIDS is the result of a culmination of the abnormal receptor, developmental timings, and external stressors. The Health Ministry recommends safe-sleep practices, including placing babies on their backs, on a hard mattress, and in their parent's room until the baby is 6 months old.