So, you have sleep apnea? Well, you’re not alone because its estimated that 1 Billion people globally suffer from it too. Contrary to popular belief, sleep apnea can be much more behind the scenes than just snoring and annoying your bed partner.
What is Obstructive
Sleep Apnea
Obstructive Sleep apnea is a life-threatening disorder which occurs when your airway collapses while you are asleep, blocking off oxygen to the brain and body. (have illustration showing this). This can have some serious short- and long-term side effects if left untreated, such as:
Why ApnoMed?
Sleep Apnea can show itself in many different forms. We highly recommend being evaluated by an ApnoMed provider or sleep specialist if you are experiencing one of the following symptoms:
• Excessive datyime tiredness
• Episodes of paused breathing while asleep
• Waking up choking or gasping
• Waking up with dry mouth or sore throat
• Morning headaches
• Lack of concentration
• High blood pressure
• Nighttime sweating
• Decreased libido
• Mood changes such as irritability or depression
Are you at risk?
Although sleep apnea can affect persons of all age, body weight and gender, a certain percentage of the population are at higher risk, such as:
• Being male
• Being overweight
• Being over the age of 40
• A neck size of 17 incher or more
• Large tonsils, tongue
• Having a small jawbone
• Family history of sleep apnea
• Nasal obstructions (deviated septum)
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ApnoMed, Inc. is a developer of patented, FDA-cleared medical devices and treatment protocols to prevent, manage and treat patients suffering from obstructive sleep apnea, a life-threatening condition where patients stop breathing while asleep.