What is Sleep Apnea?
Sleep apnea is a condition in which a person stops breathing periodically during sleep. When a person stops breathing in their sleep, they are partially awakened from sleep as their brain is forced out of the deeper stages of sleep to get the body to begin breathing again. When this occurs several times an hour, the quality sleep decreases, and many medical problems can begin to arise. Types of Sleep Apnea 1. Obstructive Sleep Apnea Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a partial or complete collapse of the upper airway structures. OSA is caused by the relaxation of muscles of the tongue and soft palate. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is the most common form of sleep apnea and is believed to affect approximately 4% of men and 2% of women. OSA can be categorized further into following three types: · Mild OSA- The sufferer experiences 5-14 episodes of interruptions in breathing in an hour. · Moderate OSA- The sufferer experiences 15-30 episodes of interruptions in breathing in an hour. · Severe OSA- The sufferer experiences 30 or more interruptions in breathing in an hour. Symptoms: loud gasping, choking, snorting sounds, snoring, frequent breaks in breathing, excessive daytime sleepiness, morning headaches, restless sleep, depression or irritability. 2. Central Sleep ApneaCentral sleep apnea (CSA) occurs when the brain temporarily fails to signal the muscles responsible for controlling breathing. Central sleep apnea is less common than obstructive sleep apnea. Central sleep apnea is often caused by medical problems and conditions that affect the brainstem. Symptoms: irregular breathing during sleep, shortness of breath, excessive daytime drowsiness, chronic fatigue, morning headaches, poor/restless sleep, difficulty concentrating, mood changes, snoring ( less compared to OSA patients) 3. Mixed Sleep ApneaMixed sleep apnea is a combination of both obstructive and central sleep apnea symptoms. Life becomes difficult due to the lack of rest caused by sleep problems. If you are struggling to get a proper sleep, contact Desired Sleep, for your sleep apnea treatment in Burlington, Mississauga, Oakville, and Hamilton. Desired Sleep is a division of Dr. Walter Heidary Family Dentistry. Our dedicated team works hard to get to the bottom of every patient’s problem and recommends a treatment plan. Contact us today at (905) 332-0105 or visit www.desiredsleep.com
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