Sleep Disorders

Obstructive Sleep Apnoea
The upper airways may sometimes be obstructed by various structures, including the tongue, during sleep. This may lead to disrupted sleep and lack of oxygen. Patients with this condition experience severe sleepiness during the day, and snoring during the night. Sleep studies are necessary. Donning breathing masks during the night is usually effective.

Central Sleep Apnoea
Under normal circumstances, the brain plays an important role in regulating one’s breathing. Due to various reasons, this regulation is sometimes disturbed during sleep, thus causing abnormalities in the breathing pattern. Central sleep apnoea often presents with symptoms similar to obstructive sleep apnoea, except that it is not due to an obstruction. Investigations and treatment are similar to obstructive sleep apnoea.

This information is meant for educational purposes and should not be used as a substitute for medical diagnosis or treatment. Please seek your doctor’s advice before starting any treatment or if you have questions relating to your health and medical condition.