It is serious chronic condition characterized by repeated pauses in breathing or shallow breaths during sleep. These “apneas” can occur dozens or even hundreds of times a night, preventing your brain and body from receiving vital oxygen.
If left untreated, it can increase your risk for:
High blood pressure and hypertension
Heart attack and stroke
Type 2 diabetes
Chronic daytime fatigue and workplace accidents
Not all sleep disorders are the same. Our board-certified sleep specialists identify the specific root cause of your symptoms:
Obstructive (OSA): The most common form, caused by a physical blockage of the airway (often by enlarged tonsils, a large tongue, or excess soft tissue).
Central (CSA): A neurological condition where the brain fails to signal the muscles to breathe.
Mixed: A combination of both obstructive and central factors.
