There are a lot of health issues associated with obstructive sleep apnea. Some are rather well-known, while others are not. We’ll be discussing these issues and what you can do about them in this post from Sleep Apnea and TMJ Solutions in Brentwood and Murfreesboro TN.
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is one of three types of sleep apnea, and it is by far the most common. It is characterized by soft tissues in the back of the throat collapsing during sleep, and blocking the airway. This cuts off oxygen to the brain and can lead to a person waking up repeatedly during the night.
Health Issues
The most widely known health problems associated with OSA include high blood pressure, heart disease, and weight gain. Even without a diagnosis of OSA these are conditions that require the attention of qualified professionals.
Other health problems can arise because of OSA, including:
- Daytime sleepiness. This may not sound very threatening compared to heart disease. But when it becomes chronic it can have a serious impact on anyone’s well-being. It’s a common symptom of OSA because of all that interrupted sleep.
- Accidents. This follows from daytime sleepiness, which leaves you less alert. People with OSA are up to five times more likely to have a car accident, and there is a higher risk of work-related accidents.
- Depression. Poor sleep night after night can make you more likely to become depressed.
- Memory loss. Declining cognitive skills are common as we age. Research suggests that OSA can make it appear sooner than it might otherwise.
The good news is that sleep apnea is a treatable condition. At Sleep Apnea and TMJ Solutions in Brentwood and Murfreesboro TN we specialize in sleep apnea and its treatment. If you or a loved one is coping with sleep apnea, give us a call to schedule an appointment today!
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615-850-8445
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1177 Old Hickory Blvd, Suite 203
Brentwood, TN 370271605 Medical Center Pkwy, Suite 215
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
