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Sleep Apnea – What It Is
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Several different types of sleep-related breathing disorders exist, but the most common is obstructive sleep apnea. People with this condition might wake hundreds of times a night, whether they are conscious of it or not, because of a lack of oxygen caused by a complete or partial blocking of the upper airway by some physical obstruction.
These sleep disruptions can rob a person of deep, quality sleep and make his or her RealAge older.
Although sleep apnea is not curable, it is treatable.
If you suspect you have sleep apnea, take the RealAge Sleep Health Assessment, print your results, and see your doctor. It's very important to have it treated as soon as possible. Once treatment begins, many people notice an improvement in sleep quality, energy level, and daytime wakefulness within a couple of months.
