Key facts about obstructive sleep apnea
- On average 22% of men and 17% of women have sleep apnea on testing (AHI ≥ 5); far fewer have daytime sleepiness with it ↗︎
- 82% of men and 93% of women with moderate-to-severe sleep apnea were undiagnosed (US, 1997) ↗︎
- Can occur without snoring, especially in women
- Treatment improves daytime sleepiness and energy; cognitive gains are small ↗︎
Common symptoms
Many of these also occur in hypothyroidism, which is why the two are easily confused.
Fatigue
Morning fatigue
Excessive daytime sleepiness
Brain fog
Concentration difficulty
Memory problems
Depression
Irritability
Weight gain
Snoring
Night sweats
Tests to ask your doctor about
- Sleep Study (Polysomnography)
- Home Sleep Test
- STOP-BANG Questionnaire
Important
This page is for educational purposes only. It cannot diagnose medical conditions. Always consult a healthcare provider for proper evaluation and testing.