Respiratory
Obstructive Sleep Apnoea
Obstructive sleep apnoea causes the airway to repeatedly narrow or collapse during sleep, briefly interrupting breathing many times a night. It fragments sleep quality even when the person doesn't fully wake, and is linked to cardiovascular risk if untreated.
Symptoms
- • Loud snoring
- • Witnessed breathing pauses
- • Excessive daytime sleepiness
- • Morning headaches
Risk factors
- • Excess body weight
- • Neck circumference
- • Nasal congestion
- • Alcohol before bed
Systems involved
Prevention
- • Maintaining healthy body weight
- • Side-sleeping
- • Limiting alcohol before bed
Lifestyle management
- • Sleep study for diagnosis
- • CPAP therapy where prescribed
- • Positional therapy
Related anatomy
Medical disclaimer
This page is for general education and does not replace personalised medical advice. If you have concerning symptoms, or before starting a new supplement, medication or exercise programme, speak with a qualified healthcare professional.