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Re: Central sleep apnea begin suddenly?

Posted by RenoTom on August 17, 2001 at 22:09:58:

In Reply to: Central sleep apnea begin suddenly? posted by snorky on August 17, 2001 at 20:51:29:

There are two types of sleep apnea. Obstructive sleep apnea which is a physical blockage (or blockages) of the airway, and central sleep apnea which is a neuralogical condition in which the individual lacks an effort to breath.
Obstructive sleep apnea is by far the more common, with true central apnea being somewhat rare.
The symptoms you describe could indeed be obstructive sleep apnea, or perhaps central apnea. For a proper diagnosis of either condition you need to see a board certified sleep doctor and have a sleep test.
Hope this helps.
RenoTom

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