The person soon resumes deep sleep, and the cycle begins
again. The period of wakefulness is so brief that even though it may happen several times
a night, the person usually won't remember waking up.
In severe cases, sufferers stop breathing up to 100 times an hour while sleeping, often
for over a minute at a time. Scarier still, many people are unaware of the problem.
The resulting respiratory depression causes decreased oxygenation of the blood and serious
consequences such as raised blood pressure or a stroke can result.
People with sleep-related breathing disorders, such as habitual snoring and sleep apnea,
are at higher risk of suffering a stroke, according to a study by Yale researcher
published in the June issues of the journal Stroke.
Central sleep apnea (CSA)
Central sleep apnea is a fairly rare nervous system disorder that occurs due to a
"lazy" respiratory centre. During sleep, the brain fails to send the correct
impulses to keep the diaphragm moving, and breathing stops.
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA
Obstructive sleep apnea commonly afflicts men who are over 40, overweight and who snore
heavily, although anyone of any age can have it, even children. Don’t jump to
conclusions until you’ve been tested: snoring doesn’t necessarily indicate
obstructive sleep apnoea.
Symptoms of Sleep Apnea
:: Excessive daytime sleepiness;
:: Lack of concentration;
:: Snoring (although not everyone who snores has
sleep apnoea);
:: Frequent awakenings during the night;
:: Difficulties with breathing;
:: Feeling
unrested after sleep;
:: Gasping,
choking or snorting during sleep;
:: Irritability;
:: Morning
headaches;
:: Dry
mouth on waking;
The physiological consequences of obstructive sleep apnea (high blood pressure, heart
failure and strokes) can prove fatal.
Treatment
Thanks to our partnership with the London Sleep Centre, we are now able to provide a
comprehensive diagnostic service for a full range of Sleep Disorders, including Sleep
Apnea so that a suitable treatment can be identified.
The Private Clinic specialises in one of most effective treatment for snoring, the Laser Assisted Uvulopalatoplasty.
The leading authority in this field, Dr Yves-Victor Kamami, performs the treatment on a
regular basis in our London and Manchester clinics.
Every month at The Private Clinic we treat over 130 people from all over the UK.
So if you suffer from Sleep Apnea related Snoring do get in touch to book your free consultation and we will be able to provide an
assessment and offer the best solution for your condition.
About us
Over the past 25 years The Private Clinic has established an outstanding reputation for
quality, care and innovation and has brought many of the most effective new treatments to
the UK.
Our commitment to safe, modern, non-invasive treatments has attracted some of the most
experienced medical staff in the UK to join the team at the Clinic.
Our large medical team includes Doctors, Surgeons, Dermatologists and Qualified Nurses.
We have treated more than 40,000 patients.
For a free consultation call 0800 599 9911
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ADDRESS
98 Harley Street, London W1G 7HZ
Nearest Underground stations are: Regent's Park, Oxford Circus, Baker Street and Great
Portland Street
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St.James's Building, 79 Oxford Street, Manchester M1 6EJ
Nearest British Rail Station: Oxford Road
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FAX: London Fax: 020 7409 7854 - Manchester Fax: 0161 236 5094
EMAIL: enquiries@theprivateclinic.co.uk
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