Drs. Claro and Ghafouri know sleep disorders are fairly common, with some 50 to 70 million Americans being affected by some type chronic sleep disorder. Some of these progress to Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), which can cause loss of sleep among many other health problems. Snoring is one of the most easily identified symptoms of sleep apnea, and as the condition worsens it can lead to airway blockage, which can severely disrupt your sleep patterns.
Our staff at Irvine Orthodontics will tell you sleep apnea is considered a serious medical problem that, if left untreated, can lead to high blood pressure, which is known to increase your risk of heart failure and stroke. It can also take a toll on your overall energy level, as sleep apnea causes an ongoing state of fatigue.
The following symptoms can indicate the presence of sleep apnea. If you notice one or more of these, we definitely encourage you to give us a call at (949) 954-5765.
* Insomnia or difficulty sleeping
* Loud snoring at night
* Waking up at night short of breath
* Snorting or choking sounds during the night (indicating a restart of breathing)
* Headaches upon waking in the morning
* Falling asleep unintentionally during the day
* Extreme drowsiness throughout the day
Enjoy the rest of Father's Day weekend and we'll see you soon!
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