Frequent urination at night could be sleep apnea! Doctor reveals 6 potential symptoms: see a doctor if they appear
Many people snore like thunder when they sleep, which not only affects their own sleep quality but also keeps their family members from sleeping well. In response, Dr. Yeh Che-chun, a neurologist at Douliou Branch of National Cheng Kung University Hospital, analyzed that snoring is mostly related to the narrowness of a person's nasal cavity and throat. In severe cases, it can even lead to sleep apnea. If 6 major symptoms appear, medical attention should be sought as soon as possible to regain peaceful sleep.
Yeh Che-chun pointed out that snoring is a common problem for many modern people. If they have respiratory structural problems such as nasal allergies, hypertrophic nasal mucosa, deviated septum, enlarged tonsils, or an elongated uvula; or if they usually drink alcohol or take sleeping pills, these habits can cause snoring and even lead to sleep apnea.
Yeh Che-chun stated that if you are a habitual snorer and also experience symptoms such as "drowsiness during the day," "dry mouth upon waking," "choking during sleep," "cessation of breathing during sleep," "morning headaches," and "frequent nighttime urination," it could be a warning sign of sleep apnea.
Yeh Che-chun explained that for simple snoring problems, anti-snoring strips, nasal clips, dental appliances, or medication can be used. For those at high risk of sleep apnea, Yeh Che-chun suggests using the STOP-BANG questionnaire to assess their snoring severity, fatigue level, presence of apnea, blood pressure, BMI, age (whether over 50), neck circumference, and gender. If the total score exceeds 3, they should seek help from a sleep specialist as soon as possible to clarify the cause and receive treatment and correction.
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