The danger of ‘snoring’ risks sleep apnea – ‘snoring’ or sleep apnea They may feel that they are not scary, but in reality they can be fatal.
About this, Dr. Natthaphong Aue Sethasak, a physician at Phitsanuvej Uttaradit Hospital, a subsidiary of Principal Health Care, explains that snoring is a real danger. Because of snoring Indicated for obstruction of the upper airway Which has a direct correlation to sleep apnea Causing the patient to sleep well Periodically startled Sleepy in the daytime Are more likely to have traffic or work-related accidents than the general public
It was also found to be at a high risk of high blood pressure. Acute myocardial infarction from ischemia. Arrhythmia Cerebrovascular disease And sexual dysfunction as well
Snoring can also occur in children. Especially in children with abnormal sleeping posture, such as prone, lying on their side, or children who are unable to concentrate on either of them for long Or hyperactivity Children who are easily irritated And urinating at night Parents should always observe their children if the symptoms above or not.
Dr. Natthaphong spoke about the belief in reducing snoring by sticking the mouth, sticking the chin, not opening that this method could not help cure snoring. In medical practice, ways that snoring can be treated are: Using a dental tool, the jaw is moved down the front to widen the airway. Alternatively, using a blower in the upper airway (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)) can also help. By bringing a mask to cover the nose while sleeping The mask is attached to a machine that can expel positive pressure air, widening the airway.
Dr. Natthaphong said that Avoid medication Or drinks with a central sedative effect, such as alcoholic beverages, sleeping pills, sedatives Drugs to reduce mucus types that cause drowsiness To avoid snoring
Dr. Natthaphong said that Sleep apnea can be life threatening. As well, if left, so should keep observing yourself or have someone close to help you notice if this condition is occurring to us or not. The symptoms that indicate that there may be sleep apnea are Have difficulty breathing Shortness of breath Like choking saliva Shocked Or breathing vigorously, like lack of air after breathing stops, snoring, very restless sleep
For people with sleep apnea Should consult a doctor Medically, the Sleep Test tool is used to detect it, suitable for people with snoring symptoms and those with symptoms indicating that they have sleep apnea, such as waking up in the morning with fatigue, not refreshed, and lacking sleep. In spite of being fully rested, easily upset and upset Sleepy during the day Fall asleep during the day Difficulty sleeping, such as nightmares, restlessness, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing while sleeping, shocking symptoms Breathing vigorously like lack of air after stopping breathing Worsening work or academic performance due to drowsiness, lack of concentration.
If you or someone close to it has these symptoms, you should not be silent. Should consult a doctor
If in doubt about other health issues you can seek advice from the medical team. Hospital affiliated with Principal Health Care Co., Ltd. and can follow good news. About the medicine at Facebook: Principal Healthcare Company
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