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Sleep Apnea - McAllen, TX

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What is Sleep Apnea?

Sleep Apnea in McAllen

Sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder in which a person’s breathing is interrupted while asleep. People with undiagnosed sleep apnea stop breathing repeatedly while sleeping, sometimes hundreds of times. This is a dangerous condition because it means that the body and the brain may not get enough oxygen. If you have any of the signs of sleep apnea, don't wait to get treatment! Dr. Alvarado is happy to use MYTAP and TAP 3 oral appliances to help his patients.

What are the different types?

There are two types of sleep apnea: obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and central sleep apnea (CSA). OSA is the more common of the two forms of sleep apnea. It is caused by a blockage of the airway, usually when the soft tissue in the back of the throat collapses during sleep. CSA occurs when the brain fails to signal the muscles to breath. This may be due to instability in the respiratory control center.

Sleep apnea can affect anyone at any age, even children. Risk factors for sleep apnea include:

  • Male gender
  • Being overweight
  • Over the age of 40
  • Having a large neck size, that of 17 inches or greater in men and 16 inches or greater in women
  • Having large tonsils, large tongue, or small jaw bone
  • A familial history
  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
  • Nasal obstruction due to deviated septum, allergies, or sinus problems

What are the Signs of Sleep Apnea?

The following conditions can indicate the presence of sleep apnea. If you notice one or more of these symptoms, contact our practice.

  • Insomnia or difficulty sleeping
  • Loud snoring
  • Waking up at night short of breath
  • Snorting or choking sounds during the night, which indicates a restart of breathing
  • Headaches upon waking
  • Falling asleep unintentionally during the day
  • Extreme drowsiness during the day

Is Sleep Apnea Dangerous?

Sleep apnea is considered a serious medical problem. If left untreated, it can lead to high blood pressure and an increased risk for heart failure and stroke. The ongoing state of fatigue caused by this disease may lead to problems at school or work as well as danger when driving or operating heavy machinery. Sleep apnea can also cause complications with medications or surgery.

How to Treat Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea treatments vary depending on the severity of each patient’s case and the type of apnea involved. Basic treatments may simply be behavioral and include losing weight, smoking cessation, or sleeping on the side rather than the back. If these treatments fail to work, however, oral devices can be used to position the mouth in such a way that it prevents throat blockage. In severe cases, surgery is often the best option for sleep apnea treatment.

Sleep apnea is a very serious condition that can have harmful effects on your health. Contact us today to schedule your consultation if you are noticing any of the signs of sleep apnea.

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75%

75% of severe sleep disordered breathing cases remain undiagnosed



65%

About 65% of Americans are now overweight or obese







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