Snoring is not the only sleep apnea symptom!
Sleep apnea may be subtle but it can wreak havoc on your sleep. Sleep apnea can directly affect your quality of sleep, and it is not always connected to snoring! CPAPCentral.com walks you through the most common symptoms of sleep apnea and the recommended steps through diagnosis and treatment.
Do you have these critical sleep apnea symptoms?
- Daytime fatigue and sleepiness
- Waking up gasping for air or shortness of breath
- Attention problems
- Loud snoring
- Headache in the morning
- Awaking with a sore throat or dry mouth
- Difficulty staying asleep
Sleep apnea, like most conditions, does not always trigger all the symptoms listed above or may have other effects not listed. For example, not everyone with sleep apnea snores. Most people consider snoring as a harmless sleeping event. Snoring can be an indicator of sleep apnea however snoring is not always involved.
When should I seek medical help if I have sleep apnea symptoms?
CPAPCentral.com knows deciding to seek medical advice from your healthcare provider can be difficult. If you are concerned with your sleep patterns or notice any of the following symptoms, consult your healthcare professional:
- Excessive daytime drowsiness that causes you to fall asleep while driving, watching television. or working
- Waking up short of breath
- Inconsistent breathing patterns while sleeping
- Snoring the wakes you during the night or disturbs others
If you or loved one notices any of the symptoms listed above, consult your healthcare professional. In most cases, the doctor may order a sleep test to monitor your sleep patterns. If you are diagnosed with sleep apnea, your next step is to select a CPAP machine and CPAP mask in accordance with your doctor’s recommendations.