Have you ever had a partner who snored so loudly they kept you awake at night?You may laugh, but those of use who understand a little about sleep apnea and the potential side effects, will be nodding your heads somberly.
Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder characterized by pauses in breathing during sleep. It often goes undiagnosed, and the individual with sleep apnea is rarely aware of the episodes. The most noticeable symptom is snoring, which in bad cases becomes chronic.
For the partners of someone with obstructive sleep apnea, life can be tough. Lack of sleep leads to a variety of negative side effects, which can put enormous strain on even the most loving relationship. Earplugs can offer some relief, but in many cases they are not enough.
For the snorers themselves, sleep apnea presents some more serious health risks, such as high blood pressure, a 30% higher risk of heart attack or premature death, and in some severe cases, lack of oxygen to the brain can cause brain damage or death.
Luckily, modern technology has provided a number of method for controlling sleep apnea including a range of masks and respiration controllers, for example, this RESMED CPAP mask offers a modern, ergonomic solution to controlling sleep apnea.
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