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Can sleep apnea effect ability to exercise?
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Oxygen deprivation: Apnea robs the brain and body of vital oxygen during the period of sleep. It may affect one's ability to exercise due to the chronic fatigue that results from interrupted/fragmented sleep. However, it is important to remember that for some, the osa can be weight related, so despite the difficulties with it, exercise may help minimize the severity of the apnea.
Answered 4/19/2013
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Sleep Apnea: Sleep apnea causes sleepiness, tiredness, lack of motivation, depressive symptoms and can reduce ability to exercise. It also increases ghrelin which stimulates appetite.
Answered 11/27/2017
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