Sleep Apnea

Repeated pauses in breathing during sleep, which can cause daytime sleepiness and health risks.

What is Sleep Apnea?

Sleep Apnea is a symptom that people may experience for many reasons. It can be related to infections, chronic conditions, injuries, medication effects, or other health changes. The presence of this symptom alone does not diagnose any condition.

If you have Sleep Apnea that is severe, persistent, or accompanied by other warning signs, contact a qualified healthcare provider.

Possible conditions associated with Sleep Apnea

The following conditions have been associated with Sleep Apnea. Only a health professional can determine the underlying cause.

Obesity

A complex disease involving excessive body fat that increases the risk of many other health conditions.

Related symptoms

ArthralgiaExertional dyspneaFatigueIncreased body weight

When to seek medical care

Seek urgent care if Sleep Apnea is severe, sudden, or occurs with chest pain, difficulty breathing, confusion, severe weakness, or other serious symptoms.