What is sleep apnea?

Ignored but serious disease, sleep apnea affects between 5 and 15% people. More than 4 million men and women stop breathing for several seconds during the night. Concretely this disease has many implications on mood, alertness and even sex. Mens Health explains what is apnea and how to treat it so that your nights again become correct and recuperative.

How to tell if you suffer from sleep apnea?
A number of symptoms are indicative of this disease. Among the most common, there are:
Headaches in the morning
A floating mood that makes you irritable
Hypertension and overweight
Sleepiness during the day
Trouble concentrating
Memory impairment

The consequences
Know that people with sleep apnea are more susceptible to certain diseases. Their risk of obesity, diabetes and hypertension are remarkably increased. But the most worrisome figure concerns the risk of heart problems. These would be multiplied by September

The diagnosis
In addition to asking your partner if you move a lot at night and have restless sleep, the best solution is to consult a doctor.

Treatments
There are several ways to fight against sleep apnea. In addition to braces, it is also possible to have surgery or use of specific devices. It is best to ask your doctor what he recommends.

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