Sleep apnea can contribute to a range of conditions
The side-effects of sleep apnea
Research shows that sleep apnea is associated with many serious medical conditions. Left untreated, it can be a contributing risk factor for a wide range of health risks.
If you have sleep apnea the following risks increase:
People with sleep apnea are 3 times more likely to suffer a stroke. Almost 70% of people who have had a stroke have sleep apnea.1
People with sleep apnea may have an increased risk of suffering a heart attack.2
50% of people with high blood pressure also may have sleep apnea and sleep apnea is a common cause of high blood pressure.3 Patients on multiple medications to manage their blood pressure have an 83% chance of having sleep apnea.4
58% Of patients with type 2 diabetes may have sleep apnea.5
77% of people who are obese (body mass index greater than 30) may have sleep apnea.6
Sleep apnea doubles the risk of developing depression.7
People with sleep apnea are 7 times more likely to have a motor vehicle accident.8
People with sleep apnea are 3 times more likely to suffer a work-related injury or fatalities.9
