Sleep Apnea – CPAP devices

What is Sleep Apnea and how to fight it

Sleep apnea is a syndrome in which breathing stops during sleep. Most people with this serious problem do not even know its existence. One of the points that suspects us is snoring.

Obstructive sleep apnea is caused by the closure of the airways. Rarely, it may be due to damage to the brain that can cause respiratory failure. If left untreated it leads to poor sleep quality, daytime sleepiness, weight gain, hypertension, heart failure, stroke and even death.

Hypoxia (ie low blood oxygen) and hypercapnia (elevated blood dioxide) are often found in people with sleep apnea. Both hypoxia and hypercapnia can cause serious problems for the body’s organs.

Sleep Apnea Treatment

The main treatment is the placement of CPAP-continuous positive airways pressure. A small mask is placed on the person during sleep. This mask attaches to a device and helps keep the airways open.

Almonds in some cases as well as weight loss> 10% can even cure sleep apnea.
Oxygen may be needed during treatment. People with sleep apnea should not smoke, abuse alcohol or take sedatives.

CPAP Machine / Masks