Obstructive Sleep Apnoea Risk Factors

Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) is a common sleep disorder characterised by snoring, choking and excessive daytime sleepiness. It is an insidious problem that often flys under the radar, with many Australians blaming their perpetual tiredness on stress and ageing, when there is actually an underlying sleep disorder that can be simply diagnosed and treated.

There are several risk factors for developing OSA. These include:

• Excess Weight
• Large Neck Circumference
• Narrow Airway
• Older Age
• Being Male
• Smoking
• Alcohol
• Sedatives
• Chronic Nasal Congestion

If you identify with one or more of these, it may be important for you to speak with your doctor about whether you may benefit from having a sleep study, and if OSA is present, discuss your treatment options. Untreated OSA can increase one’s risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and depression.

With a network of clinics nationwide, Sove CPAP Clinic is a leading, independent, comprehensive provider of Respiratory & Sleep Disorder services, providing eligible patients with access to bulk billed sleep studies, Respiratory/Sleep specialist consultations and sleep apnoea treatment services.* Speak with your doctor or contact Sove CPAP Clinic on 1300 76 29 39. * Medicare criteria apply