Sleep apnea occurs when an individual repeatedly stops breathing during sleep. The most common form of the disorder, obstructive sleep apnea, is caused by a blockage of the airways that prevents the flow of air in and out of the lungs. Loud snoring is often a sign of underlying sleep apnea. Because people with sleep apnea do not breathe properly when they’re sleeping, they don’t get enough oxygen and have poor sleep quality, resulting in daytime sleepiness/fatigue or even symptoms similar to mood disorder.
This disorder commonly causes symptoms of tingling/numbness or cramps in legs; severe towards the evening hours. Sometimes this can interfere with falling asleep. At times, a person may continue to have intermittent twitching of the legs or kicking once asleep that can interfere with the bed partner’s sleep.
This condition involves sleep walking or episodes when a person acts out his or her dreams while still asleep. At times, it can be harmful to the person and the bed partner.
This condition occurs when a person is unable to fall asleep or stay asleep. It may be triggered by a number of factors, including stress, anxiety, depression, lifestyle habits and physical conditions, such as arthritis or other sleep disorders.
This disorder is characterized by sudden and excessive episodes of daytime sleepiness, as well as the brief loss of muscle control during the day, a symptom that also can occur when waking up or falling asleep. Vivid dreamlike experiences that are difficult to distinguish from reality also may be experienced.
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SLEEP APNEA AND DISRUPTIVE SNORING