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circadian dysrhythmia [sərkā′dē·ən, sur′kədē′ən] Etymology: L, circa, about, dies, day; Gk, dys, bad, rhythmos, rhythm the biologic and psychologic stress effects of jet lag, or rapid travel through several time zones. In addition to a shift in normal eating and sleeping patterns, disruption of medication schedules and other therapies may occur. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Military pilots especially may be exposed to a combination of extended work hours, reduced sleep hours, night work, and circadian dysrhythmia caused by shift work during flight operations. |
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