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If your partner or family members have told you that you snore loudly or if you wake yourself by gasping for breath, you may be concerned that you have sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a frightening and potentially dangerous condition that, if left untreated, could lead to cardiac issues, stroke, diabetes, and a lack of oxygen in the body. Fortunately, …
Sleep apnea is a potentially dangerous health condition that affects up to 6 percent of all American adults. The most common form of the disorder, obstructive sleep apnea, happens when the airway becomes temporarily blocked during sleep. Sleep apnea results in a lack of oxygen in the patient’s system. Obstructive sleep apnea is associated with several worrying symptoms, including: You …
Sleep apnea is a condition in which your breathing is interrupted during sleep. Sleep apnea is estimated to impact millions of Americans. The CDC warns that sleep apnea increases your risk of potentially life-threatening chronic diseases, including cardiovascular disease. There are two types of sleep apnea: obstructive sleep apnea and central sleep apnea. Dentists treat obstructive sleep apnea. Physicians treat …
