Information on OSA
I Need My Sleep
What are the Consequences of My Sleep Apnoea?
» Respiratory arrest known as sleep apnoea
» How do I know if it’s sleep apnoea?
» In their own words
» What is sleep apnoea?
» What are the consequences of my sleep apnoea?
» Sleep apnoea syndrome diagnosis
» How will my sleep be examined?
» What happens while I’m asleep?
» Therapy for Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA)
» What treatment choices are there?
» Questions and Answers, Tips and Tricks
» Patients tell of their experiences
» What should I pay attention to?
» How should I handle the technology?
» Answers to my questions
What are the Consequences of My Sleep Apnoea?
The patient doesn’t notice this waking reaction even though it usually occurs several times during the night. Nevertheless, the reaction disrupts the course of sleep and its natural structure. Those affected wake in the morning feeling tired and worn out. Body and soul
cannot sufficiently recover during sleep. As a result, the quality of life sometimes deteriorates considerably. A further consequence is that the risk of accidents at home, at work or behind the wheel increases greatly. Over time, the nightly lack of oxygen can damage life-sustaining organs such as the heart and brain. Additionally, the risk of developing high blood pressure increases significantly.
Those suffering from such nocturnal disruptions definitely need the help of a medical specialist. Only an expert can determine the causes and the extent of the disease.
The following can occur as a result of sleep apnoea:
• Sleep disruptions
• Loud snoring
• Extreme tiredness during the day
• Constant feeling of not having had enough sleep
• Decreased ability to perform
• Concentration difficulty and forgetfulness
• Headaches in the morning
• Effects on body functions (heart, blood pressure)
• Feelings of depression
• Anxiety
• Dizziness
• Decreased self esteem
• Nightly unrest with heavy sweating and nocturia (nocturnal urination)
• Nightmares
• Impotence
• Narcolepsy
• Immoderate consumption of coffee and/or overeating in order to compensate for fatigue
• Decreased participation in social life
• Decreased quality of life
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