The hidden dangers of sleep apnea

The Hidden Dangers of Sleep Apnea

If left untreated, sleep apnea can lead to the following serious related diseases:

睡眠窒息症的潛伏危機 Potential risks of sleep apnea

  1. High Blood Pressure: Approximately half of individuals with sleep apnea suffer from high blood pressure.
  2. Heart Disease: Can lead to coronary artery disease and sudden death.
  3. Cardiovascular Disease: Can lead to arrhythmia.
  4. Diabetes: Can lead to type 2 diabetes.
  5. Stroke: The risk is higher in middle-aged and elderly men.
  6. Traffic Accidents: Excessive fatigue while driving, particularly dangerous for professional drivers.