Common Symptoms of Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea can greatly affect your ability to get a complete and restful night of sleep, which, in turn, can negatively impact your daily life. It's not simply about snoring while you sleep, although it's a common symptom of sleep apnea, but of the effects that a lack of sleep can have on your overall health. Some of the most common symptoms of sleep apnea will be outlined below, but if you would like to know more or believe you may be struggling with sleep apnea you should contact your local Carmel, IN, professionals from Northside ENT, Dr. Robert Youkilis, Dr. Jeffrey Beach, and Dr. Seth Bruggers.

Nighttime Symptoms

The condition occurs when your airway becomes obstructed as you try to sleep, snoring occurs when there is still not a complete obstruction, which is the most common symptom of sleep apnea.

But as the night goes on your airway becomes fully blocked which can result in your gasping for air as your body forces you to wake up.

This cycle repeats itself, often without you being able to remember the moments when you are woken up, but your body remembers.

Daytime Effects

The constant interruptions to your sleep are symptoms of sleep apnea but so are the daytime effects on your body the morning after. These include mood and memory problems, trouble with paying attention, and constant fatigue and sleepiness.

If you are finding that you are often irritable, tired, and have trouble focusing or remembering then you should consider seeing your doctor right away.

Sleep Apnea Treatment in Carmel, IN

Treatment for sleep apnea varies depending on your specific needs and on the severity of the condition. It can sometimes be treated with a dental appliance or with the use of a CPAP device, often accompanied by lifestyle changes, but there are circumstances for which surgery may be suggested.

If sleep apnea is a concern for you or a loved one you can find help in Carmel, IN, by scheduling a visit with Dr. Youkilis, Dr. Beach, and Dr. Bruggers of Northside ENT by dialing (317) 844-5656.

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