Sleep Apnea
Common ConditionSleep disorder where breathing repeatedly stops during sleep, linked to obesity and heart disease, causing poor sleep and daytime fatigue.
Symptoms
Loud snoring
Stopped breathing during sleep
Gasping or choking during sleep
Dry mouth on waking
Morning headache
Excessive daytime sleepiness
Difficulty concentrating
Mood changes
High blood pressure
Decreased libido
Causes
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Obesity2
Large neck circumference3
Narrowed airway4
Being male5
Older age6
Family history7
Alcohol use8
Smoking9
Nasal congestion10
Medical conditionsTreatments
CPAP therapy
BiPAP therapy
Oral appliances
Weight loss
Positional therapy
Avoiding alcohol and sedatives
Treating allergies
Surgery
Nerve stimulation
Lifestyle modifications
When to See a Doctor
See a doctor if snoring disturbs sleep, you wake gasping, experience excessive daytime sleepiness, or your partner observes you stop breathing.
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Sleep Apnea: When Breathing Stops During Sleep
Sleep apnea increases risk of heart disease, stroke, and accidents. CPAP therapy is the gold standard treatment. Weight loss can significantly help those who are overweight.
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