SLEEP APNEA

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

If sleep apnea is not diagnosed and treated, you may present with symptoms of other problems which may actually be related to a sleep disorder. While you may be able to receive treatment for symptoms related this may never fully provide a cure because you are not receiving treatment for the main culprit. Contact Dr. Tregaskes for more information on sleep apnea and what treatment options are available.

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Warning Signs

SIGNS OF SLEEP APNEA

That’s right. These warning signs are prominent signs and should never be ignored. Pay attention to:

Loud, persistent snoring
Pauses in breathing, accompanied by gasping
Excessive daytime sleepiness
High blood pressure
Acid reflux

It is important to not ignore sleep apnea. By ignoring sleep apnea, your risks of health complications such as heart damage and risk of stroke and heart attack increases. Avoiding treatment can do a lot of harm to your health.

DAYTIME SLEEPINESS

Another common sign of sleep apnea is fighting sleepiness throughout the day. Do you find yourself nodding away at your desk, desperately trying to stay awake? It could be caused by sleep apnea. You may find yourself rapidly falling asleep during the quiet moments of the day when you are not active.

Even if you don’t experience daytime sleepiness, talk to your doctor if you have problems breathing during sleep.

OTHER SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

Some other signs and symptoms of sleep apnea might include the following:

Morning headaches
Memory or learning problems
Not being able to concentrate
Feeling irritable, depressed, or having mood swings or personality changes
Waking up frequently to urinate
Dry mouth or sore throat when you wake up

OUR PROCESS

HOW WE'LL HELP YOU

DETAILED EVALUATION

Every patients journey starts with a unique and detail examination by Dr. Tregaskes to review the underlying cause of your symptoms, not just the symptoms.

INDIVIDUALIZED CARE

Dr. Tregaskes will then prescribe a treatment plan tailored to the cause of your symptoms and focused on non-invasive and minimal medication pain management.