Sleep Apnea
What is Sleep Apnea?
Sleep apnea is a condition where cessation airflow occurs during sleep, meaning you stop breathing while you are sleeping. Sleep apnea may occur due to an obstructive, central or complex ( ie both obstructive and central). Obstructive sleep apnea is the more common type of sleep apnea.
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)
Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when there is an obstruction of the upper airway during sleep, blocking it and causing a cessation of the airflow. The common causes of obstruction are large tonsils and adenoid, swollen nasal tissue and deviated nasal septum. Obesity is an important cause. Laxed throat or palatal tissues and a bulky tongue can also causes obstructive sleep apnoea.