Sleep Apnea and its Problems

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Sleep Apnea and it Problems

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What is Sleep Apnea ?

• Sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder that
  occurs when a person's breathing is interrupted
  during sleep.

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Types of Sleep Apnea

• Obstructive sleep apnea
• Central sleep apnea 
• Complex sleep apnea

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• Obstructive Sleep Apnea
• It is the most common type of sleep apnea. It
  occurs when the soft tissue in the back of your
  throat relaxes during sleep and blocks the
  airway, often causing you to snore loudly.

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• Central Sleep Apnea involves the central
  nervous system, occurring when the brain fails to
  signal the muscles that control breathing. 
• Complex Sleep Apnea
• It is a combination of obstructive sleep apnea
  and central sleep apnea

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Symptoms Health Problems of Sleep Apnea
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Morning Head Aches
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Loud Snoring
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Excessive sleepiness
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Loss of Concentration
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Depression
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Treatment

• Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP)
• Adjustable airway pressure devices.
• Expiratory positive airway pressure (EPAP)
• Exercises such as Stretching, Jogging, Yoga etc.

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