Do you snore? Do you always feel tired and cranky? Do you have trouble focusing? If you said yes to all of these questions, then you may have sleep apnea.
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What is sleep apnea?
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Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that causes a person to stop breathing very briefly while they sleep. Although the pauses are short, they occur throughout the night - for some even more than 30 times an hour.
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Risk factors
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While anyone can theoretically get sleep apnea, there are factors that heighten the possibility of getting it. Some of these include.
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- The size of your jaw or throat: A small jaw, recessed chin, or an overbite all contribute to sleep apnea.
- Being overweight: Extra weight, especially around your upper airway, can affect your ability to breathe at night.
- Age: The older you are, the more likely you are to get sleep apnea.
- Being male: Men are twice as likely to get sleep apnea as women.
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Why you need to get diagnosed
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If left untreated, sleep apnea doesn't just cause you to feel tired and grumpy. It can increase your risk of hear attack or stroke too.
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A sleep specialist can determine whether or not you have sleep apnea. This usually includes a sleep test that monitors your habits and functions while you sleep. You may need to adjust your lifestyle for better health, and you may need to get a CPAP machine. This helps keeps your airways open while you sleep. Get diagnosed, and get ready for better health.
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