Tag: sleep disorder
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Can Sleep Habits Trigger Sleep Apnea? Understanding Sleep Apnea Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. The most common type, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), occurs when the airway becomes blocked, leading to interrupted breathing and poor sleep quality. While factors like weight, genetics, and anatomy contribute to sleep…
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How Genetics Influence Sleep Apnea Risk Understanding Sleep Apnea Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. The most prevalent type, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), occurs when the airway becomes blocked, leading to oxygen deprivation and sleep disturbances. Central sleep apnea (CSA), though less common, happens when the…
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Top Factors Leading to Sleep Apnea Understanding Sleep Apnea Sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. The most common type, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), occurs when the airway becomes blocked due to relaxed throat muscles or excess tissue. Another type, central sleep apnea (CSA), is caused by…