Sleep apnea is a condition where a person’s breathing is interrupted during sleep. It can have several negative impacts on the body. If you suspect that you or someone you know may have sleep apnea, it is important to seek care for diagnosis and treatment.
HOW SLEEP APNEA IMPACTS THE BODY
Sleep apnea is a condition where a person’s breathing is interrupted during sleep. It can have several negative impacts on the body, including:
1. Reduced oxygen levels: During an apnea episode, the person’s breathing is briefly interrupted, which can lead to reduced oxygen levels in the body. Overtime, this can lead to chronic oxygen deprivation, which can affect the brain, heart, and other organs.
2. High blood pressure: Sleep apnea can cause the release of stress hormones, which can lead to high blood pressure, not only at night but 24 hours a day.
3. Heart disease: Sleep apnea has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease, including irregular heartbeats, heart attacks, and heart failure.
4. Diabetes: Sleep apnea has also been linked to an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. This may be because sleep apnea can affect glucose metabolism and insulin sensitivity.
5. Fatigue: Sleep apnea causes disrupted sleep, which can lead today time fatigue, sleepiness, and difficulty concentrating.
6. Depression and anxiety: Sleep apnea can increase the risk of depression and anxiety. This may be because of the impact of sleep deprivation on mood and mental health.
7. Increased risk of accidents: People with sleep apnea may be more likely to have accidents due to daytime fatigue and sleepiness.
Today’s the day to change your life.
If you suspect that you or someone you know may have sleep apnea, it is important to seek care for diagnosis and treatment.
Here at GEM, we offer services for home sleep testing complete with clinician review and diagnosis, treatment options such as CPAP and oral appliance therapy, and support from our GEM SLEEP Coaches because you shouldn’t have to go through this lifestyle change alone!
Get started with our online quiz to find out if you may be living with untreated sleep apnea.
