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Will Sleep Apnea Cause Shortness Of Breath?
What Is It?
Sleep apnea is a disorder that causes people to stop breathing for short periods during sleep. These periods are called apneas. They usually last between 10 and 30 seconds. In severe cases, apneas can happen many hundreds of times each night, disrupting the person's ability to get a good night's sleep. This makes the person less alert during the day, which can lead to accidents. People with untreated sleep apnea are up to seven times more likely to be involved in motor vehicle...
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Sleep Apnea: Other Treatments
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Dental DevicesOral appliances, also called dental appliances or devices, may be an option for patients who cannot tolerate CPAP. The American Academy... Read more »
Sleep Apnea: Surgery
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
SurgerySurgery is sometimes recommended, usually by ear, nose, and throat specialists, for severe obstructive sleep apnea. A patient should be sure... Read more »
Sleep Apnea: Diagnosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
The symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea are not very specific. This means that most people who snore at night or who feel tired during the day... Read more »
Sleep Apnea: Causes
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
GenderObstructive sleep apnea is more common in men than in women. Men tend to have larger necks and weigh more than women. However, women tend to... Read more »
Sleep Apnea: Risk Factors
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Sleep apnea can lead to a number of complications, ranging from daytime sleepiness to possible increased risk of death. Sleep apnea has a strong... Read more »
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Massively enlarged tonsils can cause episodes of cessation of breathing known as obstructive sleep apnea. Cessation of breathing can last 10 seconds or longer, causing extremely low levels of oxygen in the blood.... Read more »
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