The American Sleep Apnea Association publishes a quick quiz to check your snore. Take it here or follow this link to their website: http://www.sleepapnea.org/resources/pubs/snorescore.html
1. Are you a loud and/or regular snorer?
2. Have you ever been observed to gasp or stop breathing during sleep?
3. Do you feel tired or groggy upon awakening, or do you awaken with a headache?
4. Are you often tired or fatigued during the wake time hours?
5. Do you fall asleep sitting, reading, watching TV or driving?
6. Do you often have problems with memory or concentration?
According to their website, "If you have one or more of these symptoms you are at higher risk for having obstructive sleep apnea. If you are also overweight, have a large neck, and/or have high blood pressure, the risk increases even further."
You should discuss your symptoms with your primary care physician and request a sleep study to determine whether or not you have sleep apnea. This could be the most dangerous condition you don't know you have!
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