Ever wake up more tired than when you went to bed? Or has your partner mentioned your loud snoring (and not in a funny way)? These might be more than just quirks — they could be signs of sleep apnea.
This is something that occurs very often but can be life-threatening — sleeping apnea refers to the situation when a person’s breathing stops or starts multiple during sleep. A considerable amount of the population suffers from sleeping apnea without even knowing.
Common Warning Signs You Might Have Sleep Apnea
1. Loud Snoring
Snoring doesn’t always mean you have sleep apnea, but it’s a major red flag if it’s loud, constant, and comes with gasping or choking sounds.
2. Daytime Fatigue
If you’re getting what seems like a full night’s sleep but still feel drained during the day, your sleep may get interrupted without you knowing it. Constant tiredness and nodding off during the day are common with sleep apnea.
3. Morning Headaches
Waking up with headaches — especially ones that go away later in the day — can be caused by low oxygen levels during the night due to restricted breathing.
4. Mood Changes and Irritability
Poor sleep affects your brain and mood. If you’ve been unusually irritable, anxious, or down, sleep apnea could be interfering with your mental health.
5. High Blood Pressure
Struggling with high blood pressure? Sleep apnea stresses your cardiovascular system, and untreated cases can lead to serious heart issues.
6. Frequent Nighttime Bathroom Trips
Waking up to use the bathroom multiple times during the night (known as nocturia) might not be a bladder issue — it could be your body reacting to disturbed sleep.
Time to Talk to a Doctor?
If any of these signs sound familiar, a sleep apnea test might be the next best step. There are easy at-home tests or overnight sleep studies available. Catching it early can improve not only your sleep but your overall health and energy levels. Don’t ignore the signs — your body is trying to tell you something.
Want to test for sleep apnea?
Contact Lifpelus Medical to schedule your sleep apnea evaluation and take the first step toward better sleep and better health. Visit our Sleep Apnea Test