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Understanding Sleep Apnea and Its Impact

The term sleep apnea is an umbrella that spans over a number of conditions which are all characterized by a common symptom: the sufferer will experience pauses in breathing patterns during sleep. In some cases the disruption of normal breathing is intermittent, while at other times it is an almost regular occurrence.

Understanding sleep apnea and its impact requires a closer look at the forms that sleep apnea may take. Thus far, three types have been identified and differentiated.

1. Obstructive sleep apnea. This condition is identified by the breathing interruption having a bona fide physical reason and an actual obstruction is preventing the sleeper from catching a breath.

2. Central sleep apnea. Sleepers who suffer from this form of apnea differ from those who are attempting to breathe by actually failing to make these attempts in the first place.

3. Complex sleep apnea. Showcasing that a mix of both the first and second kinds of apnea present during sleep, sufferers likely begin with central sleep apnea only to experience obstructive apnea later on during sleep.

Interestingly, the impact of sleep apnea is rarely fully understood until the sleeper is made aware of the problem. This is usually but a roommate or spouse who points out that she or he is loudly snoring or quite possibly making odd sounds during the night. In some cases, loved ones are so concerned about the sleeper’s well being that they might wake up the person to ensure she or he is breathing okay.

Sleep interrupted either by those sharing the apnea sufferer’s living quarters or simply by the stress put on the body and brain by the constant need to awaken in order to breathe has a most serious impact on the health of the individual. Failure to rest will most likely result in an ineffective digestion, lack of concentration, consistent fatigue, irritability, a heightened risk of getting into an accident, and even depression.

If you suspect that you might be suffering from sleep apnea it is crucial to seek out the help of a physician. After a complete physical examination you are most likely referred to a sleep lab where you will be tested specifically for the kind of apnea you are experiencing.

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