How To Know If I Have Sleep Apnea?

Loud, frequent snoring

Pauses in breathing during sleep

Gasping, choking, or snorting during sleep

Waking up with a dry mouth

Waking up with a sore throat

Morning headaches

Excessive daytime sleepiness

Trouble staying asleep

Frequent nighttime awakenings

Restless sleep

Feeling unrefreshed after a full night of sleep

Trouble concentrating

Memory problems

Irritability or mood changes

High blood pressure

Nighttime urination

Decreased libido

Falling asleep while driving or during quiet activities

Being told by someone that you stop breathing in your sleep

Risk factors such as obesity

Risk factors such as a large neck circumference

Risk factors such as older age

Risk factors such as male sex

Risk factors such as family history of sleep apnea

Risk factors such as smoking

Risk factors such as alcohol use before bed

Risk factors such as nasal congestion or blocked airways

A sleep study is needed to confirm sleep apnea

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