Is Sleep Apnea The Source Of Your Exhaustion?

Do you often feel tired during the day? Do you start to feel drowsy behind the wheel? Often, a sleep disorder can lead to the onset of exhaustion and a number of other issues. Fortunately, we can diagnose and treat sleep apnea.

Try Our Quiz on Sleep Apnea

1. True or False: Sleep apnea can lead to daytime drowsiness.
2. True or False: Multiple factors can lead to sleep issues.
3. True or False: We can address the issue with an oral appliance.

Answer Key

1. True. A sleep apnea sufferer’s night goes like this: The soft tissues in the throat and mouth become too relaxed as the patient sleeps. They collapse, blocking airflow in the process. The patient stops breathing until the brain registers a sudden drop in oxygen and wakes the patient. Despite being woken hundreds of times per night, the patient often has no memory of these, but does have daytime drowsiness, as well as snoring, occasionally waking up gasping for air or choking, dry mouth, and moodiness.
2. True. Patients with sleep apnea may nasal congestion or a deviated septum, a large neck circumference, or could be obese. Other factors include excessive alcohol consumption. We will assess the factors behind your sleep disorder to ensure we choose the optimal treatment option.
3. True. An oral appliance will be custom and worn while you sleep. The device fits like a nightguard, but actually repositions the jaw, moving it forward to keep soft tissues from collapsing and ensure airways stay open. We can use this as an alternative to the CPAP machine, which many patients find difficult. If you have any questions about treating sleep issues, then contact our team today.

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Dr. Brent Engelberg and our highly-skilled team proudly serve patients and their families from Arlington Heights, IL, and all surrounding communities, including: Northbrook, Deerfield, Highland Park, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glencoe, Vernon Hills, Lincolnshire, Libertyville, Skokie, Evanston, Palatine, Schaumburg, Elk Grove Village, Rolling Meadows, and the Northern and Northwest Chicago Suburbs. To learn more, schedule a consultation online, or call our office today at 847-259-8030.