Snoring and Sleep Apnea

Snoring and Sleep Apnea

Snoring and sleep apnea are common sleep-related conditions that can affect overall health and quality of life. Snoring occurs due to partial airway obstruction during sleep, while sleep apnea is a more serious condition involving repeated pauses in breathing. If left untreated, sleep apnea can lead to daytime fatigue, heart problems, and other health issues, making early diagnosis and proper treatment essential.
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Definition:

Snoring is a common sleep disorder characterized by noisy breathing during sleep, typically caused by the vibration of tissues in the airway due to narrowed or obstructed airflow.

Causes:

Relaxation of throat muscles during sleep, leading to airway narrowing.

Nasal congestion or obstruction

Excessive throat tissue due to obesity or anatomical factors.

Sleeping position, such as sleeping on the back, which can exacerbate snoring.

Symptoms

Loud, disruptive breathing sounds during sleep

Daytime sleepiness or fatigue due to poor sleep quality

Dry mouth or sore throat upon waking

Witnessed episodes of breathing pauses or gasping during sleep (more common in sleep apnea).

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Definition

Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder characterized by repetitive pauses in breathing (apneas) or shallow breathing during sleep, often accompanied by loud snoring and gasping for air.

Symptoms

Loud, chronic snoring

Episodes of breathing pauses or gasping for air during sleep

Morning headaches

Difficulty concentrating or memory problems

Irritability or mood changes

Types

There are three main types of sleep apnea.

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)

Caused by airway obstruction, usually due to relaxation of throat muscles.

Central sleep apnea (CSA)

Caused by the brain's failure to send proper signals to the muscles that control breathing

Mixed sleep apnea

Combination of obstructive and central sleep apnea

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