Article by The Health Team

1. Sleep deprivationSleep Apnea causes one to get out of its naturnal cycle of sleep. As a result, often, sufferers finds it hard to get back to sleep once awakened. As a result, most suffererswill be deprived of sleep as well.

2. mental problemsDue to lack of sleep, the emotional state of mind gains more tension, which in turn causes mental health problems such as depression, anxiety and stress. It could lead to low self esteem as well since sleep deprivation makes one gain dark circles and eye bags, impairing one’s beauty.

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Article by George Royal

One of the most well-known sleep disorders, sleep apnea is a fairly common condition. Marked by interruptions in breathing during sleep, sleep apnea causes the person suffering from this condition to wake up, or partially wake, several times during the night. Because of the frequency of these interruptions in breathing, a person with sleep apnea will have trouble getting a restful night’s sleep, causing them to feel the effects of sleep deprivation during their waking hours.

Two types of sleep apnea have been diagnosed: obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and central sleep apnea. OSA is caused by the soft palate becoming so relaxed that it actually blocks off the breathing passageway, while central sleep apnea is caused by the brain relaxing to the point that it does not remind the body to breathe. While both types can cause interruptions to breathing on their own, most people with sleep apnea actually have mixed apnea, which is a combination of both forms.

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Question by : What can I do, I am very obese and have obstructive sleep apnea every day is hell for me?
I feel my health is very bad and I am approved for LAP BAND

what can I do in the meantime I sleep alot but I never feel rested and have anxiety attacks
and depression due to my obesity I need to wait another 2 months or so for surgewry

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Question by pennypincher: Do sleep apnea treatments help someone if their sleep apnea is caused by chronic phlegm?
My husband says I snore sometimes and don’t sleep sound. Due to allergies, I have phlegm quite frequently and I think that is my problem. Will the c-pap machine do any good if that is the problem?

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Article by Art Jones

Sleep apnea is a condition that prevents an individual from breathing properly while sleeping. Those suffering from this condition momentarily stop breathing during periods of rest. The severity varies from person to person, depending on what is causing the condition. The person’s airflow may be obstructed, or there may be a problem with the way his or her brain gives the signals that trigger breathing.

Many people suffering from more mild forms of sleep apnea may not be aware there is a problem. While the person is at rest, those closest to him or her can listen for extremely loud snoring, mouth breathing, gasping or snorting. A sleep apnea sufferer may also experience restless nights, which results in extreme tiredness during the day. Once it has been determined that the problem is more serious than basic snoring, family members or loved ones should encourage the individual to see a healthcare provider.

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Article by Craig Denevo

Being afflicted by sleep apnea is no walk in the park. These people tend to have breathing problems during their sleep so leading to awakening with a choking feeling and loud snoring. If you have tried other machines like the sleep apnea mask and feel the tubes and mask aren’t to your liking; then you may need to try the sleep apnea pillow.

Wow a pillow that may basically help with sleep apnea? Indeed! You see, due to complaints from patients about the masks manufacturers have found a way to build sleep apnea machines in the shape of a cushty sleep apnea pillow.

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Article by William Wallace

Getting restful sleep is vital. During sleep, blood pressure and body temperature changes, while respiration and heart rate decreases. Sleep apnea syndrome (SAS) is defined by repeated interruptions in breathing and / or reduced respiratory flow during sleep. The most common symptoms include difficulty breathing, snoring, restless sleep, excessive daytime sleepiness, frequent headaches, enlarged tonsils and large tongue volume, and irritability. Sleep apnea can be mild, moderate or severe. If it’s left untreated, sleep apnea may lead to diabetes, stroke, cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, obesity or depression. One common treatment is the use of sleep apnea devices.

Using sleep apnea devices as a way of treatment usually involves oxygen administration with continuous positive pressure (CPAP), which works very well in preventing apnea symptoms. Also, it’s necessary to change your lifestyle in order to sleep better and cure this condition. In severe cases, surgical treatment is the most appropriate solution. The main benefit of the operation is that the oxygen saturation in the arterial blood increases.

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Article by Jenifer

Many people may relate sleep apnea to snoring, which may seem right. But they should take note that there is a difference between sleep apnea and snoring. Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder which causes a person to have shallow breathing patterns or pauses in breathing. Snoring on the other hand is a vibration of the respiratory system that results to sounds because of blocked air movement. Snoring is a result of sleep apnea most of the time because of an obstructed air passageway. Some snores are soft, while some are loud and unpleasant. The respiratory structures that are commonly involved are the uvula and soft palate and this is caused because of any of the following: mispositioned jaw, fat gathering around one’s throat, throat weakness that causes it to close during sleep, and obstruction of airway.

The difference between sleep apnea and snoring is that the former is a cause while the latter may be its result. sleep apnea is a serious medical condition that needs to be treated right away as it has significant effects in the body. An individual who suffers from sleep apnea will stop breathing for a few seconds, which could happen for up to 50 times a night! This will cause the person to get easily tired and sleepy during daytime because these breathing pauses briefly wakes him up in the middle of the night in order to resume breathing.

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Article by T. Houser

Studies are being done on the relationship between sleep apnea and congestive heart failure. Patients with obstructive sleep apnea may suffer damage to the right side of their heart since it has to pump harder in order to support the added effort of their lungs attempting to overcome the airway obstruction. A test was done on forty-two patients with heart conditions. Nearly half of these patients had severe sleep apnea that had not been diagnosed prior to the study.

Sleep apnea is a major health syndrome affecting millions of people. Up to 95% of these people do not know that they have it and may never know. There is effective treatment for apnea but many people may find it difficult to find the appropriate qualified medical care. Sleep apnea is the frequent stoppage of a persons breathing which relaxed tissues in the throat cause during sleep. Snoring occurs by vibrations of the relaxed throat tissues and is usually the precursor for apnea. Heavy snorers and people who have pauses in their breathing could be at risk for heart disease. Sleep apnea and congestive heart failure may also be behind many traffic deaths of people over forty. The most serious cases of untreated sleep apnea patients have an increased chance of having a fatal traffic accident.

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