Obstructive sleep apnea increases the risk of high blood pressure, stroke and coronary artery disease. If you experience any of these signs of sleep apnea, ask your doctor about a sleep study. ➡️ Loud snoring or gasping ➡️ Irregular breathing during sleep ➡️ Excessive daytime sleepiness ➡️ Morning headaches ➡️ Concentration and memory problems ➡️ Mood or behavior changes ➡️ Anxiety, depression | American Heart Association

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common sleep-related breathing disorder. People with obstructive sleep apnea repeatedly stop and start breathing while they sleep. OSA causes fragmented sleep and contributes to severe health consequences if left untreated such as high blood pressure and heart disease. OSA is also associated with an increased risk of traffic accidents and work-related injuries.The STOP-Bang questionnaire is a useful screening tool to screen for OSA consisting of 4 self-reportab