Common Symptoms of Sleep Apnea

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Many people suffer from sleep apnea. Unfortunately, this common problem often goes undiagnosed because sufferers are unfamiliar with the symptoms, or they simply dismiss them. Being familiar with and recognizing the most common symptoms of sleep apnea can be the first step towards getting the right treatment you need. Our expert in central sleep apnea in Los Angeles offers tests and treatments that can help you get the sleep you need and alleviate symptoms.

Symptoms that may indicate sleep apnea include:

• Waking with a sore throat or dry mouth
• Waking with a headache
• Snoring extremely loudly
• Chronic snoring
• Waking abruptly with a choking or gasping sensation
• Feeling sleepy or drowsy during the daytime
• Feeling sleepy or falling asleep while driving
• Depression, anxiety or forgetfulness
• Changes in mood
• Weight gain
• Restless sleep or waking frequently to urinate
• Insomnia

While the presence of these symptoms does not always indicate sleep apnea, they are commonly associated with the disorder and indicate that more testing is needed. A sleep apnea test can determine how often you stop breathing when you sleep to diagnose the severity of the problem. Sleep apnea is highly treatable, and treatment can significantly reduce the risk of associated complications, such as weight gain and heart disease. Call us today to learn more or to schedule an appointment with our expert in obstructive sleep apnea in Los Angeles.