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Can obstructive sleep apnea cause dementia?
10 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Possibly: Osa can cause chronic low oxygen in the blood and this can lead to vascular damage. It can definitely increase your risk of dementia.
Answered 5/3/2016
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No: No but osa can affect your concentration.
Answered 12/11/2016
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Yes: There have been recent studies linking osa with alzheimer's dementia. Sleep deprivation leads to an accumulation of amyloid in the brain - this has been associated with alzheimer's dementia. Chronic intermittend hypoxia is seen with osa and this is a risk factor for dementia. Osa is associated with stroke as well.
Answered 12/11/2016
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Possible: Recent studies show a statistical relationship. Another reason to seek evaluation and treatment.
Answered 12/11/2016
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