I think I may have sleep apnea. Anyone out there have it?
by Sarah Aniston
Filed under Sleep Apnea Books
I was wondering for those that have this sleeping disorder what were you symptoms and experiences. Your input will be very helpful! Thank you!
Three screening questions are useful in diagnosing sleep apnea:
1. Do you snore at night?
2. Do you wake up tired in the morning?
3. Do you have frequent morning headaches?
Saying yes to any of the above, combined with overall poor energy during the day suggests possibility of sleep apnea. To diagnose it, you would need a home overnight oximetry test, where you wear a little oxygen sensing device on your finger. If that test is suggestive of sleep apnea, you would need a formal sleep study test done in a local sleep lab. Your doctor could order all these tests. If you do have sleep apnea, you can treat it very effectively with a special oxygen machine that you use at night. People say they feel 10 years younger when they finally treat this disorder.
Hope that helps,
-Halso