Sleep Apnea: Causes & Reasons

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Possible Causes for Sleep Apnea

Obesity

Diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea is made when symptomatic patients have an apnea– hypopnea index — the number of episodes of apnea and hypopnea per hour of total sleep [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Obesity is a well-recognized risk factor for obstructive sleep apnea. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Obstructive sleep apnea The prevalence of obstructive sleep apnea in the general population is highly variable, ranging from 25% to 58% among men and from 10% to 37% among [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Morbid Obesity

Complex sleep apnea syndrome, also referred to as treatment-emergent central sleep apnea, occurs when both obstructive sleep apnea and central sleep apnea are experienced. [ngpg.org]

This causes them to lose sleep and results in daytime drowsiness and headaches. Learn more about sleep apnea. [urmc.rochester.edu]

Forty percent of people who are obese have obstructive sleep apnea, and approximately 70% of people with obstructive sleep apnea are obese.19 Increased fat deposition in the [accessmedicine.mhmedical.com]

Adenoid Hypertrophy

apnea, 0.6±0.3 versus 1.4±0.4, WMD -0.95 [-1.74, -0.16], as well as the percentage of patients with nasal obstruction, snoring, obstructive sleep apnea, compared to control [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Sleep Breath 2011;15:173-7. 48. Kuhle S, Urschitz MS. Anti-inflammatory medications for obstructive sleep apnea in children. [aadsm.org]

When obstructive sleep apnea is suspected, a sleep study is called for in order to gather information about its severity. [symptoma.com]

Acute Adenoiditis

Growth after adenonsillectomy for obstructive sleep apnea: An RCT. Pediatrics 2014;134:282-9. [saripediatri.org]

Your doctors may also order a sleep study to see if you have sleep apnea. This helps determine whether enlarged adenoids are the reason for your sleep problems. [familydoctor.org]

Also, enlarged adenoids and tonsils may lead to the obstruction of the breathing patterns in children, causing apnea during sleep. [dict.eudic.net]

Tonsillar Hypertrophy

Snoring/sleep apnea are usual symptoms of adenotonsillar hypertrophy, and adenotonsillectomy is usually recommended. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

INTRODUCTION: The obstructive sleep apnea syndrome is the most common sleep disorder. It covers a multitude of symptoms associated with apnea. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Abstract Obstructive sleep apnea is characterized by repeated episodes of obstructive apnea and hypopnea. [synapse.koreamed.org]

Central Sleep Apnea

CSAS features six syndromes, each of which is caused by a distinct etiological factor.: Primary sleep apnea of infancy Primary central sleep apnea Central sleep apnea due [symptoma.com]

sleep apnea or no sleep apnea (27%, 1.7%, and 3.3%, respectively, P < .001). [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

sleep apnea during continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. [emedicine.medscape.com]

Narcolepsy

OBJECTIVE: To identify improvements in daytime sleepiness following adenotonsillectomy in children with non-severe obstructive sleep apnea and narcolepsy. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Epidemiology Narcolepsy is a frequent disorder: it is the second leading cause of excessive daytime sleepiness diagnosed by sleep centers after obstructive sleep apnea. [web.archive.org]

The mean preoperative apnea hypopnea index on polysomnography was 4.89 (SD 1.86), while the mean sleep latency on MSLT was 6.32 min (SD 3.14). [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Acromegaly

The aim of the ACROSAHS study was to investigate the prevalence of acromegaly and acromegaly comorbidities in patients with sleep apnea symptoms and acral enlargement. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

[…] with sleep apnea-hypopnea syndrome (SAHS). [archbronconeumol.org]

In conclusion, in patients with sleep apnea symptoms and acral enlargement, we found an acromegaly prevalence of at least 1.35 cases per 1000 and a high prevalence of typical [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Launois Syndrome

Practice Essentials Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)—also referred to as obstructive sleep apnea-hypopnea—is a sleep disorder that involves cessation or significant decrease [emedicine.medscape.com]

[…] with obstructive sleep apnea. [nejm.org]

Dysphagia and obstructive sleep apnea in Madelung's disease. J Laryngol Otol, 121 (2007), pp. 398-400 Esteban Júlvez L, et al. [archbronconeumol.org]

Prader-Willi Syndrome

Screening tests for sleep apnea syndrome showed that she had sleep-disordered breathing, including obstructive sleep apnea and bruxism. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

We report a child with Prader Willi syndrome who developed obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). This patient underwent surgical treatment for OSA. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Obstructive sleep apnea may be related to hypertrophy of the tonsils and adenoids which can occur with growth hormone treatment. [jpeds.com]

Laryngeal Obstruction

Five atypical cases of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome are presented in which laryngeal dysfunction played a role in producing symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

( P28.4 ) newborn sleep apnea ( P28.3 ) Use Additional code to identify: exposure to environmental tobacco smoke ( Z77.22 ) exposure to tobacco smoke in the perinatal period [icd10data.com]

apnea syndrome, exercise-induced stridor, and even dysphagia. [emedicine.medscape.com]

Pompe Disease

Symptoms : Sleep apnea Facing difficulty in breathing Consistent weakness of the muscles Liver enlargement Hyperlordosis Diagnosis of Pompe Disease ECG i.e. electro cardio [foodnhealth.org]

apnea ( stopping breathing whilst asleep) Exertional shortness of breath Respiratory infections Gastrointestinal Failure to thrive, feeding difficulties Organomegaly – enlarged [cuh.nhs.uk]

[…] late-onset Pompe disease include the following 1: Progressive proximal muscle weakness (95%) Respiratory insufficiency Exercise intolerance Exertional dyspnea Orthopnea Sleep [centogene.com]

Allergic Rhinitis

AR can induce medical complications, learning problems and sleep-related complaints, such as obstructive sleep apnea syndrome and chronic and acute sinusitis, acute otitis [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a sleep disorder in which breathing is briefly and repeatedly interrupted during sleep, is linked with allergic rhinitis. [sleepfoundation.org]

[…] patterns, sleep apnea, depression, fatigue, anxiety, irritability, poor school or work performance, and impaired cognitive function. 1-3 It is important to note that according [pharmacytimes.com]

Hypothyroidism

Results: The patient was a 56 year-old right-handed male with carotid stenosis, hypothyroidism, hyperlipidemia, and obstructive sleep apnea who presented with dysarthria. [neurology.org]

These may include: Anemia A viral infection (for example, mononucleosis or Lyme disease) Vitamin D deficiency Fibromyalgia Depression or anxiety Sleep apnea Liver or kidney [verywellhealth.com]

Respiratory System: the patients with hypothyroidism may present with dyspnea, obstructive sleep apnea and frequent respiratory infections. [flexikon.doccheck.com]

Acute Mountain Sickness

Effects of CPAP and mandibular advancement device treatment in obstructive sleep apnea patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis. [dokterairlangga.com]

apnea (OSA) should consult a physician familiar with high-altitude medical issues before undertaking high-altitude travel (see Table 2-08 ). [wwwnc.cdc.gov]

Sleep Breath. 2017 Nov 11. doi: 10.1007/s11325-017-1590-6. [Epub ahead of print] Review. [dokterairlangga.com]

Alcohol Abuse

Alcohol use, obstructive sleep apnea, and sleep-related motor vehicle accidents. Sleep Res, in press. (16) Bassetti, C., and Aldrich, M.S. [pubs.niaaa.nih.gov]

Obstructive sleep apnea is a disorder in which the upper air passage narrows or closes during sleep, causing interrupted breathing. [verywell.com]

apnea, cigarette smoking, and income. [onlinejacc.org]

Laryngeal Lesion

This patient had severe sleep apnea. Epiglottitis : This is an infection of the epiglottitis, or top part of the larynx (voice box). [entusa.com]

Laryngomalacia and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) may co-exist. [emedicine.medscape.com]

Relative contraindications to LTR in adults are renal failure, diabetes, severe coronary artery disease, severe COPD or restrictive lung disease, obstructive sleep apnea, [dnbhelp.wordpress.com]

Tonsillar Abscess

apnea PFAPA : Periodic fever, apthous stomatitis, pharyngitis, and adenitis PSGN : Poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis PTA : Peritonsillar abscess RADT : Rapid antigen detection [pedsinreview.aappublications.org]

[…] test SDB : Sleep-disordered breathing T&A : Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy Practice Gap Despite established guidelines for group A Streptococcus pharyngitis diagnosis and [pedsinreview.aappublications.org]

Computed tomography EBV : Epstein-Barr virus GAS : Group A Streptococcus HIV : Human immunodeficiency virus NSAIDs : Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs OSA : Obstructive sleep [pedsinreview.aappublications.org]

Chronic Alcoholism

It can also increase snoring and sleep apnea, making it hard to get a good night’s rest. How to Get Help If you think you might have a problem with alcohol, get help. [webmd.com]

But once the sedative effect wears off, it can disrupt or lower the quality of your sleep. Binge drinking too often can make it harder to fall asleep and stay asleep. [webmd.com]

Insomnia

Sleep apnea presence and severity were not related to rates of insomnia-remission or treatment-resistance following treatment. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Sleep Apnea Sleep apnea patients frequently present with complaints of fatigue which they may attribute to insomnia. [primarypsychiatry.com]

Novel studies investigating cannabinoids and obstructive sleep apnea suggest that synthetic cannabinoids such as nabilone and dronabinol may have short-term benefit for sleep [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Hypertension

[…] obstructive sleep apnea have essential hypertension. [aafp.org]

Blood pressure, cardiac structure and severity of obstructive sleep apnea in a sleep clinic population. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Associated With Cardiometabolic Risk Factors Objective short sleep duration is associated with daytime sleepiness, whereas obstructive sleep apnea [endocrinologyadvisor.com]

Tonsillitis

Sleep apnea disrupts sleep, resulting in daytime sleepiness. [livestrong.com]

Both patients had developed symptoms of sleep apnea and all-night polysomnography confirmed the presence of severe obstructive sleep apnea. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

apnea). [healthychildren.org]

Essential Hypertension

[…] obstructive sleep apnea have essential hypertension. [aafp.org]

Daytime sleepiness, loud snoring, and witnessed apnea are suspicious for sleep apnea. [doi.org]

apnea and thyroid problems. [reference.com]

Hypogonadism

apnea, severe lower urinary tract symptoms, uncontrolled heart failure, myocardial infarction or stroke within the last 6 months, or thrombophilia. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Prostate disease, hematocrit higher than 50 %, uncontrolled heart failure and severe obstructive sleep apnea are contraindications of a testosterone replacement therapy. [econtent.hogrefe.com]

Other possible risks of testosterone treatment include: A high red blood cell count Acne Breast enlargement An increase in prostate size Sleep apnea—the occasional stopping [hormone.org]

Restless Legs Syndrome

Ohio Sleep Medicine Institute Sleep clinic with links and information for sufferers of Restless Legs Syndrome, Periodic Limb Movement Disorder, Sleep Apnea, Narcolepsy and [curlie.org]

sleep apnea. — Danielle Corcione, Teen Vogue, "How to Tell if You Have a Sleep Disorder," 14 Mar. 2019 Many teens suffer from treatable sleep disorders, such as narcolepsy [merriam-webster.com]

Central sleep apnea When the major cause of sleep disturbance is central sleep apnea, treatment options include nocturnal oxygen, CPAP or various other forms of mechanical [doi.org]

Bruxism

This can include snoring or obstructive sleep apnea. When you have sleep apnea, you pause during breathing. [belmarrahealth.com]

The literature shows that children who brux and snore are extremely likely to have sleep apnea. [surgicalrestorative.com]

Sleep apnea may also be related to sleep bruxism, and evidence suggests that treating sleep apnea can help alleviate sleep bruxism. [sleepfoundation.org]

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

The patient was found, upon further evaluation, to have significant obstructive sleep apnea, a condition that has been linked to the development and/or worsening of heart [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

sleep apnea. [rd.com]

With sleep apnea, a person will stop breathing for short periods of time during sleep. [pcosaa.org]

Nasal Polyp

Polyps can also contribute to sleep apnea and sinus infections or aggravate asthma. Dr. Yeung removes troublesome nasal polyps with a polypectomy. [houstonsinussurgery.com]

The polyps themselves don’t hurt but can lead to painful sinus pressure and conditions like sleep apnea, asthma attacks and sinus infections. [kansascity.com]

Patients with sleep apnea don’t sleep well, and they are at higher risk for other health problems, including heart disease, heart attack, stroke, and memory and concentration [uofmhealth.org]

Parasomnia Type Sleepwalking

Researchers examined records of 537 adult sleep apnea patients who were evaluated at the Loyola Center for Sleep Disorders in Maywood and Oak Brook Terrace. [sciencedaily.com]

A multidisciplinary team of leading authorities presents the latest on sleep breathing disorders (including obstructive sleep apnea), neuropharmacology, parasomnias, neurologic [books.google.com]

[…] with sleep apnea. [belmarrahealth.com]

Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea - central; Obesity - central sleep apnea; Cheyne-Stokes - central sleep apnea; Heart failure - central sleep apnea Ryan CM, Bradley TD. Central sleep apnea. [nlm.nih.gov]

[…] both obstructive sleep apnea and central sleep apnea If you think you might have sleep apnea, see your doctor. [mayoclinic.org]

Central sleep apnea is a sleep disorder in which breathing stops over and over during sleep. [nlm.nih.gov]