Sleep apnea
Overview
Sleep apnea is a potentially serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts.
Symptoms
Symptoms include snoring loudly and feeling tired even after a full night's sleep.
Treatments
Treatment often includes lifestyle changes, such as weight loss, and the use of a breathing assistance device at night.
Last Updated Jun 13, 2017
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