As we know, sleep apnea causes a whole host of symptoms, including daytime fatigue and insomnia, poor concentration and attention span, memory problems, irritability, loss of libido, headaches and difficulty performing work duties and everyday tasks. Untreated sleep apnea… Read the rest

As we know, there are three major types of sleep apnea: obstructive, central and mixed (a combination of obstructive and central). We all know what obstructive sleep apnea is, but what is central sleep apnea?

Central sleep apnea is… Read the rest

A question that is frequently asked around the sleep apnea and CPAP forums is ‘Can I have sleep apnea without being tired?’

The answer to that is yes, but you may only be kidding yourself about not being tired.… Read the rest

Waking up choking in the middle of the night can be a scary experience for anyone. If you find that you’re waking up choking whilst experiencing other symptoms, too, you could have one of three medical problems. We talk… Read the rest

“Could I have sleep apnea?” If you’re suffering from sleep apnea or you suspect you’re suffering from sleep apnea, you’ll probably be suffering from the following symptoms. Left untreated, you can develop some worrying symptoms, so it’s important that… Read the rest

The SAS (Sleep Apnea Syndrome) is a condition defined by an excessive number of stops (apnea) or reduction (hypopnoea) of breathing during sleep for more than 10 seconds and repeating more than 10 per hour of sleep, partnering with… Read the rest

There are different kinds of sleep problems that can afflict individuals all over the world. There are sleep problems caused by mental disorders, genetic or hereditary factors, acquired causes, and other health problems. One kind of sleep problem which… Read the rest

Everyone sleeps since it is human nature to find rest and relaxation. Our bodies are not invincible and we all feel weak and tired sometimes, and these feelings of exhaustion should be addressed and treated by performing relaxing activities,… Read the rest

Sleep apnea is a very common sleep disorder that occurs mostly in men but can also happen in women. However, there are many more adverse effects that sleep apnea can bring about in men than in women. Heart disease… Read the rest

Sleep apnea is being recognized far more frequently nowadays as a common childhood disorder and is now being shown to be a cause for daytime sleepiness and behavioral problems. As we know, there are two types of sleep… Read the rest