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Sleep apnea is a serious condition, even possibly life-threatening, where breathing stops numerous times (even hundreds of times) each night. Sleep apnea affects men and women of all ages. It is less common for children to be affected. Each time breathing stops, there is no airflow into or out of the lungs. The apneas can last from 10 seconds to more than 30 seconds.

Much needed oxygen is prevented from entering the bloodstream. This sleep disturbance, over time, will cause fatigue, lethargy, and headaches. A sleep partner often becomes aware of this stop-and-start pattern which is accompanied by very loud snoring.

There are three types of sleep apnea: obstructive sleep apnea, central sleep apnea and mixed. The most common obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the upper airway is blocked by excess tissue.

What are the symptoms?

Excessive sleepiness during the daytime

Headaches, especially in the morning

Depression

Loss of energy

Poor performance or lack of focus

Restless sleep

What are the treatment options for sleep apnea?

There are some general home remedies one should follow if they have sleep apnea:

• Practice going to sleep at the same hour every night
• Plan to get enough sleep (7 to 8 hours at a minimum)
• Maintain a healthy weight
• Avoid alcohol and smoking
• Avoid sedatives
• Sleep on your side or attempt to elevate the head of your bed with the Sleepcliner™.
  
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Treatment options:

• Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
• Oral devices
• Surgery
• Supplemental Oxygen

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