What is Sleep Apnea?
Normal | Fewer than 5 interruptions per hour. |
Mild sleep apnea | Between 5 and 15 interruptions per hour. |
Moderate sleep apnea | Between 15 to 30 interruptions per hour. |
Severe sleep apnea | More than 30 interruptions per hour. |
Sleep apnea occurs in all age groups and body morphologies but several factors can dramatically increase the chances:
Generally, symptoms of Obstructive sleep apnea begin insidiously and are often present for years before the patient is referred for evaluation.
Nocturnal symptoms may include the following:
Daytime symptoms may include the following:
Co-morbidities of sleep apnea include:
Poor cardiovascular health | Hypertension |
Stroke | Type 2 diabetes |
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