Sleep apnoea is a common condition, but many people go undiagnosed because they don’t recognise the symptoms. Here are some signs that may indicate you might have sleep apnoea:
- Loud snoring: If your snoring is loud enough to disturb others or happens almost every night, it could be a sign of obstructive sleep apnoea.
- Pauses in breathing: Often, sleep apnoea causes brief interruptions in breathing during sleep. These may be noticed by a partner or family member.
- Daytime fatigue: Feeling excessively tired during the day, even after a full night of sleep, is a common symptom. Sleep apnoea disrupts restful sleep, leaving you groggy or struggling to concentrate.
- Morning headaches: Waking up with frequent headaches may result from low oxygen levels during sleep.
- Dry mouth or sore throat: These symptoms are often caused by mouth breathing associated with sleep apnoea.
- Mood changes: Irritability, depression or anxiety can also be related to poor-quality sleep caused by sleep apnoea.
If you suspect you have sleep apnoea, we recommend consulting a medical professional. A sleep study may be recommended to confirm the diagnosis and determine the severity. Treatment options, including oral appliances or CPAP therapy, can improve your quality of life and overall health.
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