Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder characterized by pauses in breathing or instances of very low breathing during sleep. Each pause in breathing, called an apnea, can last from at least ten seconds to minutes, and may occur 5 to 30 times or more an hour. Similarly, each abnormally low breathing event is called a hypopnea. Sleep apnea is often diagnosed with an overnight sleep test called a polysomnogram, or “sleep study.”
Please visit our Symptoms page to see a broader list of symptoms associated with sleep apnea.
There are several types of sleep apnea. If you think you or a loved one is suffering from sleep apnea don’t hesitate to contact us at the El Paso Sleep Center.
Sleep apnea can result in several undesirable issues affecting all life aspects. Among the direct health implications of untreated sleep apnea are high blood pressure, stroke and congestive heart failure. Just as important are other issues related to untreated sleep apnea such as depression, weight gain, job impairment and inability to concentrate, headaches, chronic fatigue, and mood swings.
Is sleep apnea treatable?
Yes! sleep apnea is 100% treatable, but first, you must find out whether you have it! Don’t hesitate to get checked out if you suspect you suffer from sleep apnea.
PAP therapy is the most common and most successful treatment for sleep apnea.
A variety of PAP mask types and sizes are available. PAP therapy can help you live a longer, healthier life, with substantially better sleep. Learn how to use your PAP machine correctly and follow up with your doctor to ensure it works.
Hundreds of El Paso patients of all ages and health conditions have been helped!
Millions of Americans suffer from a myriad of sleep disorders that can lead to diminished life quality and disease. The comfortable, natural atmosphere at the El Paso Sleep Center combines with state-of-the-art testing to provide the most accurate readings. That’s why we can precisely diagnose your condition and recommend proven treatments for guaranteed improvement in your sleep and in your quality of life.
Sleep apnea* impacts more than 20 million men and women in the U.S. 80% of high blood pressure patients who take more than one blood-pressure medication suffer from sleep apnea. 65% of stroke and congestive heart failure patients suffer from sleep apnea.
Call us now to schedule your appointment. Our expert team is here to help you achieve restful, restorative sleep and improve your overall health. Don’t wait—take the first step towards better sleep today
Facility Member
Since 1977, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) Standards for Accreditation have been the gold standard by which the medical community and the public evaluate sleep medicine facilities. Achieving AASM accreditation demonstrates a sleep medicine provider’s commitment to high quality, patient-centered care through adherence to these standards.
