What are the consequences of OSA?

CONSEQUENCES OF NOT TREATING OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA, OSA
WHAT ARE THE POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCES? HEALTH CONSEQUENCES?

DEATH
HEART DISEASE
HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE
STROKE
A-FIB
DIFFICULTY MANAGING DIABETES
MOOD DISORDERS
LOSS OF LIBIDO
ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION
HEADACHES
COGNITIVE DISORDERS
IMPAIRED THINKING
IMPAIRED DRIVING
SNORING AND GASPING FOR AIR
SOCIAL DISORDERS (NOT SEXY)

How does untreated sleep apnea impact overall health?

Untreated sleep apnea can have a significant impact on overall health. When left untreated, sleep apnea can lead to a variety of health problems and complications. The repeated interruptions in breathing during sleep can cause low oxygen levels in the blood, leading to an increased risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and obesity. It can also contribute to daytime sleepiness, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, and impaired cognitive function. Additionally, untreated sleep apnea can impact mood and mental health, increasing the risk of depression and anxiety. It is important to seek medical attention and treatment for sleep apnea to improve overall health, reduce the risk of associated health conditions, and enhance quality of life.

About the author

Howard Hoffman

Hi! I'm Howard J. Hoffman, D.D.S. Actually, my patients and even friends call me Doc H. You may remember hearing me talking about conscious sedation on the radio, which earned me another nickname, "Miami's original sedation dentist." I am a member of the American Academy of Physiological Medicine and Dentistry (AAPMD).

Having practiced dentistry for over 45 years and working in Sleep Apnea since 1997.