Obstructive Sleep Apnea also, referred to as OSA, is a medical condition where patients stop breathing for short to long periods of time during sleep, due to physical obstruction in the airway.
Common symptoms to look out for in potential OSA sufferers
SLEEPINESS
Excessive daytime sleepiness
SNORING
Loud snoring
BREATHING
Observed episodes of stopped breathing during sleep
AWAKENINGS
Abrupt awakenings accompanied by chocking and gasping
HEADACHES
Morning Headache(s)
CONCENTRATION
Difficulty concentrating during the daytime
MOOD CHANGES
Experiencing mood changes such as depression and irritability
BLOOD PREASURE
High Blood Pressure
LOW LIBIDO
Decreased interest in reproductive activities
SOME OF THE CAUSES INCLUDE
Excessive Weight
OSA is most common in people who are overweight or obese
Chronic Nasal Congestion
OSA occurs more often in those who has consistent nasal congestion at night
Diabetes
OSA is associated with the development of diabetes
Smoking
Smokers are more likely to have OSA than non-smokers
Family History of OSA
This risk of developing OSA is 50% greater if within your immediate family
Sleep Apnea Affects
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