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Common Warning Signs of Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a condition that causes the airway to collapse or become obstructed while sleeping. This can cause the person suffering from OSA to stop breathing anywhere from 10 seconds to multiple times a night as they sleep. While most people associate OSA with snoring, Obstructive sleep apnea can pose a serious threat to your health.
In many cases, people who suffer from Obstructive sleep apnea are not aware that they have the condition. Untreated sleep apnea can increase the risk of diabetes, stroke, high blood pressure, heart disease, and more. While it is important to have your OSA properly diagnosed by a medical professional, here are some common warning signs that can let you know if you suffer from Obstructive sleep apnea.
Experiencing Restless Sleep
There can be many reasons why a person may experience restless sleep. However, a large portion of individuals find that they jerk or thrash around in their sleep. Sleep apnea can cause a person to wake up suddenly because they are struggling to breath while they sleep. Many people wake up gasping for breath or may feel like they are choking. This lack of restful sleep can lead to other health and quality of life issues.
Feeling Tired All the Time
A lack of quality restful sleep can dramatically affect your energy levels throughout your daily life. A lack of sleep can impact your mood and make you feel more irritable. It can cause people to be less focused which can make them less productive during work. Poor sleep can also hurt your immune system and make you more susceptible to colds. Many people may also feel so tired that they find themselves falling asleep during the day. Some individuals may even fall asleep while driving.
Making A Lot of Noise While Sleeping
People who suffer from sleep apnea often snort, gasp, or snore while they sleep. These issues are likely to occur when the airway has collapsed or become obstructed. If you sleep with a partner, they may notice that you not only snore and snort, but that you also stop breathing for a short period between each snore. It is important to note that everyone who snores does not have sleep apnea, but people who do have sleep apnea are very likely to snore while sleeping.
Learn More About Sleep Apnea
If you believe you suffer from sleep apnea or if you are looking for a way to treat your obstructive sleep apnea, contact Snore Experts in Encino today to schedule an appointment. We provide care for people in Pasadena, Beverly Hills, Newport Beach and Valencia.
Posted by jess on Sep 3rd, 2020 8:18 am
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Positive Airway Pressure (PAP) is considered by many the gold standard for the treatment of sleep apnea, especially for very severe cases. The CPAP and APAP machines are designed to increase air pressure going through the throat. This prevents the airway from collapsing during inhalation. At Snore Experts, we have helped countless patients get a good night’s rest using CPAP treatments to treat their sleep apnea. The goal of positive airway pressure is to keep the airway from collapsing using air pressure.