Sleep apnea is one of those things you should never ignore. It is a severe sleep disorder that leads to a person's breathing repeatedly stopping and starting while sleeping. If you often feel tired after waking up or have been told you snore loudly when you sleep, there is a good chance you already have sleep apnea.
The most common types of sleep apnea include:
The symptoms of central and obstructive sleep apnea often overlap, making it difficult to diagnose the type of sleep apnea a patient has, at times. The most common symptoms and signs include:
Those who experience any of these symptoms should stop by our Forest Hills office for a diagnosis.
Let us take a look at what leads to the two main types of sleep apnea:
As was mentioned earlier, this condition stems from muscles in the back of the throat blocking airways. This prevents the person from getting enough air. The brain realizes what is going on, so it wakes the person up, to restore breathing. The period of awakening is so short; most people have no recollection of it. The restriction of the airways can also lead to choking, gasping or snorting during sleep. These things make it challenging to get good, restful sleep.
This time, the breathing problems are caused by the brain failing to send the right signals to the muscles that control breathing. It leads to the same things, preventing deep, productive sleep. The most likely people to have sleep apnea include:
Doctors may refer patients with this disorder to a sleep diagnosis center. There the doctor will determine how to evaluate the patient. Home sleep tests or nocturnal polysomnography can be used to monitor the patient's sleep patterns. Treatment options for those diagnosed with sleep apnea include:
Sleep apnea can leave you feeling drained during the day and lower your quality of life. Stop by for diagnosis and treatment today.
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