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Monday, August 31, 2009

The Dangers of Sleep Apnea!

The term "sleep apnea" has beome more commonly mentioned today than ever before. As it is with science we are constantly finding out new information and facts about the diseases that impact our daily lives. Such is the case with Sleep Apnea.
Recently, Dr. Naresh Punjabi, an associate professor of medicine at the John Hopkins University School of Medicine was quoted as saying that in a recent study that "sleep apnea can increase the risk of death by about 40%".
The most obvious symptom of sleep apnea is snoring, but other symptoms may include interrupted breathing and disruption of sleep.
Sleep apnea is more common than most people believe. Many people deny the symptoms of this dangerous disease out of embarrasment! Without treatment it can lead to excessive day time sleepiness and has been shown to increase the risk for automobile accidents.
Men between 40 & 70 are particularly at risk. Sleep Apnea affects approximately one in four men and one in ten women.
If you suffer with Sleep Apnea and have questions about how you can be treated please give us a call at 561-394-9000. We will arrange for a consultation to discuss your concerns and get you started back to have a great nights rest.

Kenneth A. Mogell, D.M.D.