Sleep Apnea v/s Insomnia

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 Insomnia is essentially the inability to fall and stay asleep through the night, despite having the right conditions for sleep. Sleep apnea, on the other hand, is a condition in which you continuously wake up from your sleep due to a shortage of oxygen to the brain.

Symptoms of sleep apnea and Insomnia

Aside from that, the most obvious signs of insomnia are difficulty falling asleep, waking up throughout the night, or waking up too early.

Signs and symptoms of Sleep Apnea are:

  • Excessive daytime sleepiness
  • Loud snoring
  • Episodes of stopped breathing during sleep
  • Abrupt awakening accompanied by gasping and choking
  • Dry mouth and/or sore throat

Causes

Enlarged tonsils or adenoids are the most common cause of obstructive sleep apnea in children. Obstructive sleep apnea is linked to the following symptoms in adults:

  • Obesity
  • Older age
  • Alcohol use
  • Smoking

The following are some of the factors that may increase your chances of having insomnia

  • Age
  • Sex (women are more likely to develop insomnia than men)
  • Occupation (shift-workers who work unusual hours have higher insomnia rates)
  • History of the family
  • Sleep deprivation

Treatment

Insomnia:

  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Medication

Sleep Apnea:

  • CPAP therapy
  • Altering lifestyle factors
  • Reduce tobacco consumption
  • Avoid alcohol

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