Question 1

what are the symptoms of sleep center apnea?

Accepted Answer

Daytime sleepiness: If the question is what are the symptoms of central apnea (csa) vs. What are symptoms of obstructive apnea (osa)... They are essentially the same - daytime fatigue. The physiologic consequences of each lead to different problems but the symptoms may be the same. Best to get a sleep study to determine the nature of the apnea. Patient history and exams rarely accurately predict the presence of apnea.

Question 2

symptoms if sleep apnea?

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Insomia: High blood pressure, fatigue and insomnia are one of the most common symptoms associated with sleep apnea. With severe conditions you can be deprived of oxygen to an extent that it may cause death. Please consult your pcp for more information if you think that you have sleep apnea and ask to participate in a sleep study.

Question 3

is dizziness a symptom if sleep apnea?

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Apparently so: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20513051
conclusions: this study suggests that a previously undescribed link between idiopathic dizziness, daytime somnolence, and sleep apnea might exist.

Question 4

what are the signs and symptoms of sleep apnea?

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Apnea: Signs: obesity, snoring, large tongue.   Symptoms : headache, daytime sleepiness, fatigue, high blood pressure, sore throat, .

Question 5

is  insomnia a symptom of sleep apnea?

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Yes: Yes, it is a prominent symptom.

Question 6

is sleep apnea genetic? what are symptoms of it

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Not that we : Are aware of. Symptoms include daytime sleepiness , restless sleep, loud snoring , waking up gasping for air, waking up with morning headache , waking up tired.

Question 7

does obstructive sleep apnea usually cause many symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: The number one daytime symptom of obstructive sleep apnea (osa) is sleepiness. Turns out that only about 20% of osa patients complain of sleepiness. Thus, the majoriy of osa patients may not subjectively perceive daytime symptoms. Overall, osa may be a sneaky creature which makes it imperative to actively seek for symptoms/predisposing factors.

Question 8

is it possible to have sleep apnea symptoms during the day?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Feeling sleepy and unable to focus during the day, falling asleep when you don’t intend to and not having a “clear head” are all symptoms of sleep apnea. If you believe you might have sleep apnea, see a sleep physician and have a sleep study done. This will provide the answers you seek.

Question 9

is c02 levels higher in a person with sleep apnea during awake hours?

Accepted Answer

No: Assuming that you don't have any other pulmonary disease, your c02 levels will return to your previous normal when you are awake.

Question 10

is this a symptom of sleep apnea? i always need to sleep more hours than everyone else.

Accepted Answer

Maybe... maybe not: I would suggest you talk with your physician about your symptoms and if indicated be tested.

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