Sleep Apnea

Over 22 million Americans suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Sleeping disorders are more frequent in males and people who are overweight, and usually worsens with age. Most with OSA snore as well.

People with OSA are noted have pauses in their breathing pattern, lasting more than 10 seconds. The symptoms are due to upper airway narrowing or collapse. Thus, oxygen in the blood decreases and one does not get a good rest. During the day, this can lead to fatigue, inability to multitask, falling asleep, headaches, etc.

Untreated OSA can contribute to high blood pressure, pulmonary hypertension, stroke, heart disease, accidents, and more.

Symptoms of OSA may include:

• Snoring
• Pauses in breathing during sleep
• Waking up gasping for air or choking
• Waking up with a dry mouth or sore throat
• Daytime sleepiness or fatigue, desire to take naps
• Frequent nighttime urination
• Morning headache
• Irritability, mood changes, depression, difficulty concentrating
• High blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, or other cardiac or pulmonary issues
• Bedwetting or bullying in children

Jason Kim, MD, offers full evaluation and treatment plans for those with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).

If you have above sleep apnea symptoms, please call our office at 714-519-3545.