Sleep Apnea: Causes & Reasons

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Possible Causes for Sleep Apnea

Obesity

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]

[…] all men with class III obesity also have obstructive sleep apnea. 64 Obstructive sleep apnea is associated with excess mortality from accidents related to daytime sleepiness [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Morbid Obesity

The main types of sleep apnea are: Obstructive sleep apnea, most common form of sleep apnea, occurs when muscles in the throat relax. [ngpg.org]

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]

Many health conditions are related to morbid obesity, but some of the more common are: Type II Diabetes Hypertension Obstructive Sleep Apnea Heart Disease High cholesterol [gwdocs.com]

Adenoid Hypertrophy

Introduction Adenoidectomy is a common procedure in children with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). [hindawi.com]

Kang KT, Lee PL, Weng WC, Hsu WC (2012) Body weight status and obstructive sleep apnea in children. [journals.plos.org]

sleep 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 [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Acute Adenoiditis

This condition is known as Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). What is the difference between snoring, sleep disordered breathing and obstructive sleep apnea? [kids-ent.com]

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

Stopping breathing at night – obstructive sleep apnea Poor quality sleep can cause daytime sleepiness, irritability, poor concentration, hyperactivity, ADHD type symptoms [mthoodent.com]

Tonsillar Hypertrophy

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

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

Purpose: To determine if tonsillectomy eliminates symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea in patients with obstructive sleep apnea and marked tonsillar hypertrophy with normal [clinicaltrials.gov]

Central Sleep Apnea

Complex sleep apnea It can develop during titration of CPAP or after a tracheostomy, in cases of patients who are affected by obstructive sleep apnea. [symptoma.com]

[…] central sleep apnea was significantly higher than the prevalence among patients with obstructive sleep apnea or no sleep apnea (27%, 1.7%, and 3.3%, respectively). [en.wikipedia.org]

[…] central sleep apnea. [medlink.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]

She was diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and underwent tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

(CEP-10953) in the Treatment of Patients With Excessive Sleepiness Associated With Narcolepsy, Obstructive Sleep Apnea/Hypopnea Syndrome, or Chronic Shift Work Sleep Disorder [malacards.org]

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]

Morphological study of upper airways and long-term follow-up of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome in acromegalic patients. [journals.plos.org]

Grunstein Endocrine and metabolic disturbances in obstructive sleep apnea Sleep and breathing, pp. 449-491 [18.] C. Laroche, G. Festal, S. [archbronconeumol.org]

Launois Syndrome

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

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]

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

sleep apnea (OSA), especially early in treatment. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

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]

Sleep Apnea

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

[MUSIC PLAYING] There are two types of sleep apnea : Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA): The more common of the two forms of apnea, it is caused by a blockage of the airway, usually [webmd.com]

Obstructive sleep apnea is a common condition. About half of the people who have this condition are overweight. Men are more likely than women to have sleep apnea. [web.archive.org]

Chronic Tonsillitis

A 4-year-old male with ITP of childhood presented with enlarged tonsils and obstructive sleep apnea. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Noninfectious indications for tonsillectomy included sleep apnea or sleep-related breathing disorder, obstruction, carcinoma, and tonsillar hypertrophy. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Sleep apnea is a condition where a person stops breathing for brief periods of time during their sleep. [verywellhealth.com]

Deviated Nasal Septum

Depending on severity, a person with deviated nasal septum can develop obstructive sleep apnea. [sleep-apnea-guide.com]

The subjective improvement was associated with a diminution in the number and duration of obstructive apnea episodes as observed during a standard sleep study. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Depending on how severe your condition is, there's risk of developing obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). [houstonent.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]

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

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]

Obstructive sleep apnea. The structure of the face may be altered, leading to double vision. [medicalnewstoday.com]

Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2

People with Hunter syndrome may also experience hearing loss, thickening of the heart valves leading to a decline in cardiac function, obstructive airway disease, sleep apnea [hunterpatients.com]

Primary snoring and symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea are common complications of airway obstruction seen in our patients. [actamedicaphilippina.com.ph]

apnea Pauses in breathing while sleeping 0010535 Sleep-wake cycle disturbance 0006979 Splenomegaly Increased spleen size 0001744 Thick vermilion border Full lips Increased [rarediseases.info.nih.gov]

Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 6

The airway may become narrow in some people with MPS VI, leading to frequent upper respiratory infections and short pauses in breathing during sleep (sleep apnea). [malacards.org]

sleep apnea (OSA). [symptoma.com]

Other clinical findings may include cardiac valve disease, reduced pulmonary function, hepatosplenomegaly, sinusitis, otitis media, hearing loss, sleep apnea, corneal clouding [malacards.org]

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]

Mucopolysaccharidosis

Recurring respiratory infections are common, as are obstructive airway disease and obstructive sleep apnea. [en.wikipedia.org]

Respiratory problems, sleep apnea, and heart disease may develop in adolescence. [en.wikipedia.org]

Some affected individuals also have obstructive airway disease and sleep apnea. Persons with Scheie syndrome can live into adulthood. [en.wikipedia.org]

Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 4

The airway may become narrow in some people with MPS IV, leading to frequent upper respiratory infections and short pauses in breathing during sleep (sleep apnea). [ldnz.org.nz]

apnea, and upper airway collapse. [morquio.ca]

• Severe airway obstructions: Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Pneumonia, Hearing Loss • Skeletal deformities: Spinal Cord or Nerve Root Injury, Joint Abnormalities, Growth Impairment [omicsonline.org]

Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 4A

Recurring respiratory infections are common, as are obstructive airway disease and obstructive sleep apnea. [en.wikipedia.org]

The airway may become narrow in some people with MPS IV, leading to frequent upper respiratory infections and short pauses in breathing during sleep (sleep apnea). [ghr.nlm.nih.gov]

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]

sleep apnea. [link.springer.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]

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

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]

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

The causative relationship between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) remains an area of controversy. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and asthma are potentially linked at several levels. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

sleep apnea. [jnmjournal.org]

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]

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

Acute Mountain Sickness

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

sleep 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]

Late-Onset Pompe Disease

Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome in acid maltase deficiency. Chest 1994; 105: 947-9. 55. Mellies U, Dohna-Schwake C, Voit T. [medicinabuenosaires.com]

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]

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]

Tonsillar Abscess

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

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

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