légzéskimaradásokat

Légzéskimaradás, also known as sleep apnea, is a common sleep disorder characterized by repeated interruptions in breathing during sleep. These interruptions can last for a few seconds to more than a minute and can occur many times an hour. The most common type is obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), where the airway becomes blocked, usually by the collapse of soft tissues in the back of the throat. Less common is central sleep apnea (CSA), where the brain fails to send proper signals to the muscles that control breathing.

The hallmark symptom of légzéskimaradás is loud snoring, often accompanied by pauses in breathing that are noticed by a bed partner. Other common symptoms include excessive daytime sleepiness, morning headaches, difficulty concentrating, and irritability. Untreated, légzéskimaradás can lead to serious health problems, including high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and accidents due to daytime drowsiness.

Diagnosis typically involves a sleep study, also known as polysomnography, which monitors breathing patterns, oxygen levels, heart rate, and brain activity during sleep. Treatment options vary depending on the type and severity of the condition. For OSA, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy is the most common treatment, which uses a machine to deliver pressurized air through a mask, keeping the airway open. Other options include oral appliances, lifestyle changes such as weight loss, and in some cases, surgery.