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Researchers have found that individuals who snore or have a sleep apnea disorder have an increased risk of being pre-diabetic (insulin resistant), of experiencing full-blown type 2 diabetes or cardiovascular disease. Sleep apnea is a disruptive disorder characterized by repeated episodes of fractional or complete stopping of breathing during sleep. This results in absence of airflow despite an effort to breathe.
This disorder is characterized by daytime sleepiness, snoring, repeated interruptions of breathing during sleep, arousal from sleep, hyperactivity, high blood pressure and morning headaches. Long-term victims may experience mood swings, obesity, and poor concentration. This condition is more common in overweight individuals and has been linked to increased risk of heart attack and stroke, diabetes and a pre-diabetic condition called insulin resistance.
Individuals who have sleep apnea or snore may be unaware of their condition. It sometimes becomes necessary for a family member or the bed partner to report any snoring or sleep apnea to the patient or to a health care professional. People with small airways in their noses, throats, or mouths also are more likely to have sleep apnea. Smaller airways can be due to the shape of these structures, allergies or other medical conditions that cause congestion in these areas.
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