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Periodic Breathing Interruptions and Reduced Airflow
Sleep Apnea
Apneja u spavanju je poremećaj spavanja povezan s povremenim prekidima disanja i smanjenim protokom zraka tijekom spavanja. To je obično uzrokovano suženjem dišnog puta na stražnjem dijelu grla.
Epizode mogu trajati duže od 10 sekundi i često prolaze neopaženo, no mogu značajno utjecati na kvalitetu života.
Types of Sleep Apnea and Symptoms
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)
Occurs when breathing stops due to the closure of the airways.
Hypopnea
Nastaje zbog površnog disanja, tj. kada se pokreti disanja i protok zraka kroz dišne puteve smanje za 50%.
Mixed Sleep Apnea
Nastaje potpunim izostankom respiracijskih napora na početku epizode, praćen postupnim povećanjem napora koji eventualno prekidaju apneju.
Central Sleep Apnea (CSA)
Nastaje kada je zastoj disanja prisutan zbog izostanka signala iz mozga da "udahne".
Simptomi apneje u spavanju
Hrkanje je najčešći razlog zašto većina ljudi odlazi liječniku kako bi razgovarali o svom spavanju. Često je to na izričit zahtjev njihovog partnera! Još jedan rani znak apneje u spavanju je prekomjerni dnevni umor i učestalo spavanje – obično ispred televizora ili u javnom prijevozu.
Other symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea include: poor concentration, morning headaches, dry mouth or throat upon waking, depressive mood, weight gain, high blood pressure, lack of energy, forgetfulness, erectile dysfunction, night sweats, and frequent nighttime urination.
Sleep apnea is a serious and relatively common condition. More than 1 billion people worldwide may have sleep apnea, and up to 80% of them may remain undiagnosed. Untreated sleep apnea is linked to high blood pressure, heart disease or arrhythmias, diabetes, heart failure, traffic accidents, and stroke.
The good news is that diagnosing and successfully treating sleep apnea can alleviate symptoms and reduce long-term health risks.
For additional information on sleep apnea, the Mayo Clinic in the U.S. is an excellent reference. Click to visit their website.
Epworth Sleepiness Scale
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Epworthova ljestvica pospanosti je jednostavan i učinkovit alat za mjerenje razine dnevne pospanosti. Korištenjem ljestvice online, pacijenti mogu sami ocijeniti svoju vjerojatnost pospanosti u različitim svakodnevnim situacijama. Svaka situacija se ocjenjuje na skali od 0 do 3, gdje veći broj ukazuje na veću vjerojatnost pospanosti. Na temelju zbroja ocjena, pacijenti odmah dobivaju povratnu informaciju o svojoj dnevnoj pospanosti, što može biti prvi korak u dijagnosticiranju poremećaja spavanja.
Complete the online questionnaire to receive your score and get instant feedback on your daytime sleepiness.
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A score between 0 and 7 is considered normal, indicating little to no daytime sleepiness. Individuals with this score usually do not feel the need for additional sleep and function well in daily activities. This result suggests a good balance between sleep and wakefulness, with no need for further action.
A score of 8 to 9 suggests mild sleepiness that may occasionally occur during the day. While not alarming, this result may indicate the need for minor adjustments in sleep quality or duration. Individuals with this score might benefit from a more regular sleep schedule to reduce daytime drowsiness.
A score between 10 and 15 indicates moderate sleepiness, which can affect daily activities and concentration. This level of sleepiness may signal insufficient sleep quality or a potential sleep disorder. It is advised to consult a doctor to evaluate sleep quality and investigate possible causes.
A score of 16 to 24 signifies severe daytime sleepiness that significantly impacts daily functioning and can be dangerous, especially for activities like driving. This result may indicate a serious sleep disorder, such as sleep apnea, and requires urgent medical evaluation. Individuals with this score should seek medical help promptly to prevent further health complications.
FAQ
Sleep apnea is a serious disorder that causes breathing interruptions during sleep, reducing oxygen levels in the blood and disrupting rest.
Symptoms include loud snoring, frequent waking with a choking sensation, excessive daytime sleepiness, poor concentration, morning headaches, dry mouth or throat upon waking, depressive mood, weight gain, high blood pressure, lack of energy, forgetfulness, erectile dysfunction, night sweats, and frequent nighttime urination.
Sleep apnea is diagnosed using polygraphy or polysomnography, which monitor vital functions during sleep.
Sleep apnea can be successfully managed and treated, reducing symptoms and long-term health risks.
Treatment options include CPAP therapy, oral appliances like SomnoMed, or surgical procedures. Oral devices, such as SomnoDent, are custom-fitted and help keep the airway open, reducing apnea episodes.
CPAP therapy uses a device that continuously provides positive airway pressure to
keep breathing passages open during sleep.
You can find more information about CPAP therapy on our website.
Oral appliances, like SomnoDent, are custom-fitted to the mouth and help maintain an
open airway, reducing apnea episodes.
Learn more about SomnoMed oral appliances on our website.
You should consult your general practitioner or a sleep specialist, who can recommend appropriate tests and treatment options.