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What is a sleep study?
A sleep study is the most accurate test for diagnosing sleep apnea. It records what happens with your breathing while you sleep. You can have your sleep study at a time when it is convenient to you, and in the comfort of your own home.
What are the symptoms of sleep apnea?
Sleep apnea affects 5-10% of adults in the United States, though a majority of sufferers go undiagnosed. Potentially dangerous symptoms, such as snoring , are often overlooked.
Untreated sleep apnea is associated with a number of health risks, so it’s important to consult a sleep specialist if you experience the following signs and symptoms.
What are the risks of untreated sleep apnea?
Sleep apnea can have serious short and long term health risks if left untreated, including:
• High blood pressure
• Irregular heartbeat
• Heart disease/heart attack
• Stroke
• Type 2 Diabetes
• Driving and work-related accidents
How do I get diagnosed with sleep apnea?
If you suspect that have sleep apnea, it’s important to seek a diagnosis so that you can begin treatment and start enjoying the benefits of a healthier life.
1. First, take the symptoms quiz to determine if you are experiencing the symptoms of sleep apnea. Print out your results for discussion.
2. Next, find a sleep physician in your area to begin sleep testing, or schedule an appointment with your primary care physician in the unlikely event that there are no specialists in your area.
3. Finally, review our Doctor Discussion Guide to prepare for your visit, and learn more about what to expect from a sleep test and options for in-home sleep testing.
What to expect from a sleep apnea test?
Following your visit, your doctor will prescribe a sleep study to determine if you are experiencing sleep apnea. The study is a simple, painless procedure that will take place overnight in a sleep lab or in your home, depending on your health history and insurance.
Adhesive sensors will be placed on your scalp, forehead, chin, chest, leg, and index finger to collect information from your brain, heart, lungs, and muscles. Bands may be wrapped around your chest and stomach to measure your breathing. Most people fall asleep and stay asleep without trouble.
A sleep technician will collect this data while you sleep and wake you in the morning. Your doctor will review your results and work with you to develop a treatment plan, if necessary.
Alternatively, portable sleep-testing technology may allow for in-home sleep apnea testing, depending on your health condition and insurance coverage.
A sleep study is the first step to starting treatment. Treating your sleep apnea can lead to a happier, healthier life.
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