Sleep Apnea: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment

What Is Sleep Apnea?

The most common serious sleep disorder, sleep apnea occurs when your breathing is interrupted during sleep. Sleep apnea doesn't just leave you fatigued and irritable—it also raises your risk of several long-term health conditions. The good news is that you have several effective choices for treatment.

Recognizing Sleep Apnea

The best-known sign of sleep apnea is deep snoring interrupted by a "catch" or pause in the breath, caused by a breathing obstruction. In this video, Dr. Oz explains other ways to spot this common and dangerous sleep disorder.

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Craig Nakamura, MD Pediatric Pulmonology Sunrise Children's Hospital	Q	What is sleep apnea in babies and children?
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