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Sleep apnea is a sleep-related breathing disorder whereby the pharynx closes causing the patient to gasp or even stop breathing in their sleep. Yes, obstructive sleep apnea can cause an enlarged and thickened heart.
Apnea is a medical condition characterized by a temporary cessation of breathing during sleep for at least 10 seconds. It is often associated with snoring, gasping, and daytime sleepiness. There are different types of apnea, including obstructive sleep apnea where the airway is blocked, and central sleep apnea where the brain fails to signal the muscles to breathe.
William Howard Taft suffered from obesity-related sleep apnea, but he did not die of it.
I know snoring can sometimes have to do with sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is moments of not breathing while you are asleep. Snoring and sleep apnea often times can be related to a deviated septum.
Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome. This is the most common form of breathing-related sleep disorder
Yes, sleep apnea can contribute to muscle atrophy. The condition often leads to disrupted sleep and reduced oxygen levels in the blood, which can impair recovery and muscle repair processes. Additionally, the fatigue and daytime sleepiness associated with sleep apnea may reduce physical activity, further exacerbating muscle loss over time. Addressing sleep apnea can help improve overall health and potentially mitigate muscle atrophy.
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is not caused by herpes.
Yes. Sleep apnea can occur at any age
A scalloped tongue can be caused by a B12 deficiency, or by TMJ or thyroid disorder. According to The Association of Tongue Scalloping With Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Related Sleep Pathology, scalloping is 70% indicative of sleep apnea.