Dr. Marc Bowen of New York, NY, describes obstructive sleep apnea, also called OSA, as a condition that occurs when the soft tissue at the back of your throat blocks your airway. As you sleep, your body experiences pauses in breathing because you are unable to get enough air. This causes a drop in levels …
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Every now and then, we all experience some sleep difficulties. One or two nights of poor sleep can usually be overcome pretty easily. When sleep is disrupted routinely, the result is sleep deprivation that can interfere with a good quality of life. Sleep deprivation is described as getting less than the ideal amount of sleep …
Obstructive sleep apnea, OSA, is a sleep disorder in which a person has repeated episodes of partial or complete upper airway obstruction that result in arousal and dysregulated oxygen levels while they sleep. Though a very common condition, obstructive sleep apnea is not one of the most familiar. Experts believe that as much as 20% …
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People who snore often also complain of feeling tired during the day. This is no surprise. Snoring is disruptive to a good night’s sleep. However, it is inaccurate to assume that snoring is the big picture here. Often, snoring and daytime sleepiness are both symptoms of a bigger issue. That issue is sleep apnea. Here, …
Sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder. It has wide-ranging implications for your long-term health, which is why it is so important to seek diagnosis and treatment from a doctor. There are certainly lifestyle changes you can take on independently, but it is best to do so as part of an overall treatment plan. Attempting …
If you’ve been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) you may be hesitant to move forward with treatment. There are, however, a variety of treatments for sleep apnea. Finding one that’s right for you is crucial but treating your sleep apnea is imperative. Without treatment for your sleep apnea, you run the risk of the …
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It’s possible that no one ever labeled what you experience on a daily basis, but excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) is not something that should be ignored. EDS can complicate your job, especially if you fall asleep during the day, struggle to concentrate, or cannot be as productive as you should. It can also impact your …
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Feeling sleepy during the day once in a while isn’t usually a problem. However, if you suffer from excessive daytime sleepiness on a regular basis, does it mean you have sleep apnea? Find out more about this symptom and what it might mean. What Is Excessive Sleepiness? Excessive sleepiness refers to feeling much more tired …
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What is Sleep Apnea? Sleep apnea is a condition characterized by interruptions in breathing while you sleep. These episodes are so brief as they often go unnoticed by the person who is sleeping. Sleep apnea is diagnosed as a sleep disorder and can impact your quality of life due to lack of restful sleep. Over …
Sleep apnea often brings to mind the picture of someone who stops breathing intermittently throughout the night. A pulmonologist is a doctor who treats heart-related conditions in patients. Your body is a machine that depends on every system to work well with one another, in order to keep your body working properly. When one system …
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