When you stop breathing during sleep, your body is deprived of oxygen, which leads to serious health complications. our team of Physicians help you reclaim your sleep with CPAP machines, lifestyle adjustments, and mouth appliances.
If you suspect you have sleep apnea, contact the specialists at ENT Specialists of Austin online or over the phone at their Austin or Cedar Park, Texas locations.
Snoring & Sleep Apnea Q & A
What is Sleep Apnea?
Sleep apnea is a condition that causes you to breathe in a disruptive start-and-stop pattern while you sleep. Sleep apnea can result in dangerous side effects.
The three types of sleep apnea are:
- Obstructive sleep apnea: the throat relaxes and blocks airflow
- Central sleep apnea: problems with brain signals that control breathing
- Complex sleep apnea syndrome: a combination of both obstructive and central sleep apnea
What are the Symptoms of Sleep Apnea?
Another person might make you aware of the symptoms of sleep apnea before you notice them. For instance, they may notice that your breathing stops or that you snore loudly.
Other signs of sleep apnea include:
- Waking up unrested