Could Sleep Apnea Be the Culprit Behind Your Energy Loss and Brain Fog?

February 23, 2017

Have you felt unusually tired lately, no matter how much sleep you get at night? Or, are you affected by “brain fog” and have a difficult time concentrating? If so, sleep apnea may be the culprit behind your symptoms. This common condition can keep you from getting quality sleep at night, so you feel exhausted every day even if you technically get the recommended hours of sleep for your age and gender.

 

Thankfully, there are treatments available to help you get the rest you need to remain alert and energetic during the daytime hours. Dr. Patrick Cieplak is an experienced general dentist who diagnosis and treats sleep apnea in La Plata, MD, on a regular basis. Scheduling a consultation and getting to the root of your energy and concentration issues could put you on a path that will improve your life.

 

What Are Symptoms of Sleep Apnea?

 

Sleep apnea can be tricky to recognize in yourself, because most of its symptoms mimic other common problems such as illness, thyroid conditions or other health problems. However, if you experience one or more of these common sleep apnea symptoms, it is time to visit your general dentist for a consultation:

 

• Frequent snoring
• Chronic daytime drowsiness
• Gasping or choking during sleep
• Frequent nighttime waking
• Morning headaches
• Excessive fatigue
• Difficulty concentrating/brain fog

 

Sleep apnea in La Plata, MD, can be either obstructive (when something physically blocks the airway) or due to malfunctioning of the brain (also known as central sleep apnea). Obstructive sleep apnea is the most common type and can usually be treated with a special device called a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine. This machine helps to keep the throat open while you sleep so you can get the oxygen you need to reach a healthy, deep level of sleep.

 

What If You Can’t Use a CPAP?

 

For patients who are not able to use a CPAP for any reason, Dr. Cieplak offers alternative treatment options that are highly effective. Schedule a consultation with him to find out what treatment options will work best for your needs.

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