Sleep apnea is a serious condition where your airway repeatedly closes during sleep, depriving you of oxygen. Common symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea are:
• Frequent periods of restricted breathing followed by a gasp or choking sound
• Excessive sleepiness when you wake up and throughout the day
• Sore throat or headache in the morning
• Loud snoring
• Lack of concentration
• Mood swings, irritability and depression
Sleep apnea can only be reliably diagnosed with a
professional sleep study that will measure your blood oxygen levels, heart rate and other variables.
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