Snoring and daytime sleepiness can be a sign of Sleep Apnea. This World Sleep Day #DontSleepOnIt

Have you been snoring at night and feeling sleepy and fatigued during the day? Do you also find yourself being not able to concentrate and often being forgetful? This could be due to sleep apnea. Sleep Apnea causes cessations in breathing when you doze off at night. The cessation of breath causes several physiological changes at night such as drop in blood oxygen levels, increased heart rate, respiratory effort etc. These physiological changes increase the risk for other serious health problems.

If you feel that you are suffering from the above symptoms, then it is advisable to visit a Sleep Specialist for further consultation.

In case you have been diagnosed with sleep apnea, it is advisable to seek treatment for managing the same. CPAP Therapy (Constant Positive Airway Pressure) is regarded as the Gold standard for the treatment of sleep apnea by sleep specialists all over the world.

Why is CPAP Therapy important for sleep apnea patients?

CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) therapy is an effective treatment for sleep apnea. In the therapy, a CPAP machine, manufactured by healthcare companies such as PHILIPS Respironics, is given to the patient for use. The CPAP machine, consisting of a device, humidifier and mask, prevents the upper airway from getting obstructed during sleep by providing a gentle flow of air through the upper airway, allowing the patient to breath freely and get sound, restful sleep.

If sleep apnea is left untreated, it increases risk of developing comorbidities like:

1. Type 2 diabetes

2. High blood pressure

3. Stroke

4. Cardiac (heart-related) ailments

Apart from these major health issues, sleep apnea patients experience a sub optimal quality of life. The lack of concentration and sleepiness often lead to diminished productivity, lack of sexual drive, memory loss, gastric reflux etc. to name a few. The uncontrollable urge to sleep during the day can be hazardous as patients are at the risk of dozing off while driving and involving themselves in fatal accidents.

Diabetics, post menstrual women or those who are obese, those who are not exercising, consume alcohol or smoke need to be very cautious as they are more susceptible to developing sleep apnea, and compromising with their condition could worsen their health conditions. Important at all times for sleep apnea patients is to follow the therapy as prescribed by doctors to stay healthy.

CPAP Therapy – Choose the Best

Use of CPAP Therapy is regarded as the best for treatment and management of sleep apnea.

A therapy that provides you relief and at the same time convenience is the best. To serve sleep apnea patients in the most effective way possible, Philips Respironics has combined both therapy and comfort in its latest DreamStation range.

What makes Philips Respironics’ DreamStation CPAP Therapy stand out?

Uniformity: The DreamStation range is first of its kind in India that offers sleep apnea patients an app-based self-management solution. Now patients can pair their Bluetooth-enabled DreamStation CPAP devices, both diagnostic and therapy, with their mobile phones and track their therapy outcomes and also generate a single report. While this ensures uniformity, patients can also share the reports with their doctors and care givers, allowing them to stay abreast of their condition and improvement levels.

Ease: The DreamStation device is portable and handy. Patients do not have to rush to the doctor for technical support every now and then, saving their valuable time. In case the device gets stuck, there are in-built videos in the app to troubleshoot the problem and fix it. Also, patients can learn about using the device effectively through videos available in the app.

Comfort: The DreamWear masks are available in wide range to suit the patient needs. The silicon-based gel masks make users feel like they have nothing on their face during therapy, letting them sleep in peace. DreamWear's innovative design prevents red marks, discomfort, and irritation on the nose bridge. Patients, hence, do not have to be cautious about marks appearing on their faces. In addition, they are easy to clean and maintain.

Don’t ignore your condition of sleep apnea. Visit a Sleep Specialist and Get the right therapy. Sleep in peace and let others too.

For more information please call on 1800 258 7678 toll free or SMS SLEEP to 58888