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By itself, this has proved difficult. However, in combination with other conditions and/or diseases, this has been done.

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Q: Can you get disability for sleep apnea?
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Is sleep apnea considered as disability?

In Britain, any condition that has a serious and long term negative effect on your ability to function in day-to-day life is considered a disability under the Equality Act 2000. Sleep Apnea can be registered as, and treated as, a disability in many cases.


What is VA disability rating for mild sleep apnea with CPAP machine?

How many times does a person have to stop breathing during sleep to have sleep apnea?


How much disability do you get for sleep apnea?

By itself, this has proved difficult. However, in combination with other conditions and/or diseases, this has been done.


What is the Definition of Central Sleep Apnea?

Central Sleep Apnea is a disorder in which your breathing repeatedly stops and starts during your sleep. Central Sleep Apnea is less common than Obstructive Sleep Apnea.


Can you get disability check for sleep apena?

In short, yes, depending on whether you meet certain qualifications. Sleep apnea is often treatable but can result in serious health issues that could prevent one from working. Veterans who have sleep apnea to the extent that they must use a CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine for the condition are eligible for 50 percent disability.


What does OSA stand for in sleep apnea?

Obstructive Sleep Apnea


Is sleep apnea caused by herpes?

Sleep apnea is not caused by herpes.


Can babies get sleep apnea?

Yes. Sleep apnea can occur at any age


Can anyone tell me some facts and ideas about sleep apnea treatment?

Sleep apnea could be dangerous. Some people with sleep apnea sleep with an oxygen mask on to avoid risks. What you are describing is not sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is about abnormal rhythm in breathing while asleep. Falling asleep while talking to people is another case.


Why is sleep apnea unrecognized?

You can be tested for sleep apnea. Therefore, it can be recognized and even treated.


What sleep cycle does sleep apnea happen in?

There are two primary types of sleep apnea, central and obstructive. The more common of the two, obstructive sleep apnea, associated with obesity, occurs during REM sleep.


Is sleep apnea contagious?

Sleep apnea is potentially deadly because you can die if you stop breathing in your sleep. Sleep apnea is not contagious, since it is physiological, not a viral or bacterial disease.