Obstructive Sleep Apnoea
Obstructive Sleep Apnoea
One in ten Australians suffer from obstructive sleep apnoea, and yet many of these individuals remain undiagnosed and unaware of their condition. Obstructive sleep apnoea remains undiagnosed so often because it occurs during sleep and is therefore very difficult to observe. Additionally, many of the symptoms such as snoring or fatigue are often mis-attributed to other causes.
"Snoring is one of those things you get told you do but don't pay much attention to. The same thing can be said about tiredness, where you just assume it was not enough coffee. I mentioned it to my doctor and found treatment. Now I feel so much more alert, it's great! Also my family doesn't need to put up with my snoring so we are all having much better sleep."
-CPAP User
What is obstructive sleep apnoea?
Sleep apnoea is a common disorder that causes breathing to stop whilst asleep. The most common type is obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) where the airway closes, causing snoring and breathing to stop.
What to look out for?
The most common symptoms of obstructive sleep apnoea include:
→Snoring→Poor sleep quality
→Headaches or having trouble concentrating
→Dozing off while driving
→Falling asleep during work
Effects of obstructive sleep apnoea on your body
Obstructive sleep apnoea increases the chance of these health conditions:
→Obesity or weight gain→High blood pressure
→Heart attack
→Type 2 diabetes
→Stroke
What's Next?
Talk to your doctor about a sleep study or chat to our partnered sleep clinics or pharmacies (click here) to learn more.
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