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Sleep apnea is a serious, but treatable, condition where you stop breathing during sleep. It’s caused by a collapse in the airway. Common symptoms include snoring and gasping for air during sleep. People with high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, or who are overweight are more likely to have sleep apnea.
Speak up for yourself. If you’re at risk for sleep apnea, you’re having trouble sleeping, your loved one says you snore loudly, or you feel tired during the day, tell your doctor. They can screen you for sleep apnea and help you schedule a sleep study.
Do your patients complain of snoring, gasping for breath while sleeping, or being consistently tired during the day? Obstructive sleep apnea may be the cause. Screen your patients for OSA to get them on the path to better sleep and better health.