Sleep Apnea can be life-threatening. If you have sleep apnea, you may be at higher risk for serious health problems, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke and obesity.
Complications of untreated obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is associated with a ten-fold increased risk of motor vehicle accidents. It is therefore extremely important that individuals with OSA be diagnosed and treated as expeditiously as possible. Research shows that snoring and sleep apnea are associated with many serious conditions including: high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, depression.
• More than 35% of people with sleep apnea suffer from high blood pressure, increasing their risk of heart disease.
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• More than 80% of people who continue to suffer from high blood pressure despite taking three or more drugs, also have sleep apnea.
• Almost 70% of people who have had a stroke have sleep apnea.
• A person with sleep apnea is 7 times more likely to have a car accident.
Some common symptoms of sleep apnea that will continue without CPAP therapy:
• Constant Tiredness
• Snoring
• Poor Concentration
• Depression
• Lack of Energy
• Weight gain or loss
• High Blood Pressure
• Morning Headaches
Treating sleep apnea can improve these conditions and your overall quality of life. Sleep apnea treatment has been shown to reduce blood pressure, improve glucose control in people with diabetes, and make you feel better.
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