Types of sleep apnea Obstructive sleep apnea Central sleep apnea Complex sleep apnea There are three types of sleep apnea, obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS), central sleep apnea syndrome and complex sleep apnea. The difference is the underlying cause. Symptoms and treatment are similar. Sleep apnea (Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome, OSAS) Like the rest of [...]
The treatments are the same for all types of sleep apnea, regardless of their origin (central or obstructive) that have a similar prognosis. The main sleep apnea treatments are: Hygienic-dietetic measures: The main measure recommended is to lose weight. When the patient is able to reduce a few kilos can reverse the problem without further [...]
Snoring is caused by temporary mechanical obstruction of the upper respiratory tract and is very common in men from age 40, especially if obese. In many cases it may be a symptom of sleep apnea-hypopnea syndrome(SAHS). The oxygen deficit that occurs in the patient with intervals of not breathing during sleep, increases the risk of [...]
