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Sleep apnea is a serious health condition that causes your breathing to be interrupted while you sleep, sometimes hundreds of times in a night. This may result in your brain being deprived of oxygen.
There are two different types of sleep apnea. The first and most common type of sleep apnea is obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). This occurs when the soft tissues in the back of your throat collapse, blocking your airways while you sleep. OSA can be treated with a sleep apnea mouth piece or other snoring treatments. The second type of sleep apnea is central sleep apnea (CSA). This occurs due to a problem in your respiratory control center, preventing your brain from sending signals to your muscles to breathe.
You could suffer from sleep apnea if you have any of the following symptoms:
Many different kinds of people have sleep apnea, even children. You can suffer from sleep apnea at any age. Some factors that affect sleep apnea are:
It is very important that you seek treatment immediately if you believe you are suffering from sleep apnea, as it can lead to high blood pressure and a higher risk for heart failure and stroke if left untreated. Dr. Kevin Hogan can provide you with sleep apnea treatment in Mt. Pleasant, SC. Call to schedule your consultation today!
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