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Is Sleep Apnea Related to Depression?

Depression may cause sleep apnea symptoms to surface and sleep apnea could also contribute to or worsen depressive symptoms.

Sleep apnea is associated with many serious conditions, including depression. Millions of people suffer from this life-threatening condition, which may be linked with untreated sleep apnea. Although the sleep apnea depression link is complex, it’s thought that people with depression may be more likely to suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), the most common form of sleep-disordered breathing.

It can be challenging to get a proper diagnosis since sleep apnea and depression share common symptoms like fatigue, lack of energy, difficulty concentrating, memory loss, sexual dysfunction and loss of interest in hobbies or activities. Depression may cause sleep apnea symptoms to surface and sleep apnea could also contribute to or worsen depressive symptoms. Because each person is different, some people might notice symptoms of depression before they notice that they’re having symptoms specific to sleep apnea like loud snoring or nighttime gasping and choking. If you are having any of these symptoms, talk to your doctor right away and ask to be screened for sleep apnea.

If your doctor feels sleep apnea could be the issue, they will refer you to a sleep specialist for a sleep study, either in a sleep lab or even in your own home. During the test, sensors will collect your sleep data, and a sleep specialist will analyze this data to determine whether you need to proceed with sleep apnea treatment. If so, they will help you select the best treatment option.

A Full Breath Center dentist will be able to help you determine if sleep apnea treatment is right for you. Please make an appointment with Dr. P. J. Nagjee by calling (310) 435-7939.

Dr. Parimal Nagjee

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UNDERSTANDING SLEEP APNEA

Better Sleep Starts With Understanding the Cause

If frequent insomnia has become part of your routine, schedule a consultation with Dr. Nagjee to find out whether poor nighttime breathing may be contributing to your symptoms.

He’ll take the time to understand your concerns, explain your options, and recommend the treatment that’s right for you. If Full Breath Solution can help, he’ll explain exactly what comes next. If it isn’t the right approach, he’ll tell you that too.

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COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Repeated interruptions in breathing can prevent your body from reaching deep, restorative sleep, making it difficult to stay asleep and leaving you feeling tired the next day.

Most of our patients come to us after struggling with CPAP or other oral appliances. Your first call with Dr. Nagjee helps determine whether the Full Breath Solution is the right option for your specific situation. He will tell you honestly on that call.

Most of our patients come to us after struggling with CPAP or other oral appliances. Your first call with Dr. Nagjee helps determine whether the Full Breath Solution is the right option for your specific situation. He will tell you honestly on that call.

Most of our patients come to us after struggling with CPAP or other oral appliances. Your first call with Dr. Nagjee helps determine whether the Full Breath Solution is the right option for your specific situation. He will tell you honestly on that call.

Most of our patients come to us after struggling with CPAP or other oral appliances. Your first call with Dr. Nagjee helps determine whether the Full Breath Solution is the right option for your specific situation. He will tell you honestly on that call.

Most of our patients come to us after struggling with CPAP or other oral appliances. Your first call with Dr. Nagjee helps determine whether the Full Breath Solution is the right option for your specific situation. He will tell you honestly on that call.