Sleep Disorder Information
Symptoms
It is important to emphasize that often, the person who has obstructive sleep apnea does not remember the episodes of apnea during the night. The predominant symptoms are usually associated with excessive daytime sleepiness due to poor sleep during the night. Often, family members, especially spouses, witness the periods of apnea. Symptoms that may be observed include:
Loud snoring
Periods of not breathing (apnea)
Awakening not rested in the morning
Abnormal daytime sleepiness, including falling asleep at inappropriate times
Morning headaches
Recent weight gain
Limited attention
Memory loss
Poor judgment
Personality changes
Lethargy
Additional symptoms that may be associated with this disease:
Hyperactive behavior, especially in children
High blood pressure
Automatic behavior (performing actions by rote)
Leg swelling (if severe)
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