{"id":54,"date":"2016-09-23T19:56:44","date_gmt":"2016-09-23T19:56:44","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.weatherfordsleep.com\/?p=54"},"modified":"2017-04-05T15:56:01","modified_gmt":"2017-04-05T15:56:01","slug":"what-are-the-different-types-of-sleep-apnea","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.weatherfordsleep.com\/blog\/2016\/09\/23\/what-are-the-different-types-of-sleep-apnea\/","title":{"rendered":"What Are The Different Types of Sleep Apnea?"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you frequently wake up in the morning with headaches, suffer from chronic fatigue, or have difficulty concentrating or focusing throughout the day, you may be suffering from a sleep disorder known as sleep apnea. Another telltale sign is if you\u2019re regularly accused of loud snoring. You may not be getting the rest that you need throughout the night, which can affect your performance during the day and your personal relationships. At Weatherford Dental Sleep, Dr. Deborah A. Romack has extensive training in helping patients effectively manage their sleep apnea and get a good night\u2019s rest. Here we\u2019ll discuss the different types of sleep apnea<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Obstructive Sleep Apnea<\/h3>\n

The most common form of sleep apnea is known as obstructive sleep apnea, and it occurs when your upper airway is blocked or obstructed. The lack of oxygen signals your brain to wake you up, and this can happen hundreds of times throughout the night. You probably don\u2019t even realize that you\u2019re waking up, but your body is not getting much needed rest that restores and rejuvenates your vital organs. This is why you may feel tired and sluggish during the day, and it\u2019s also the reason you snore loudly.<\/p>\n

Central Sleep Apnea<\/h3>\n

A less common form of sleep apnea is known as central sleep apnea, which is caused by the way your brain functions. Your brain does not communicate with your muscles effectively and ask them to breathe. Central sleep apnea is often linked to other health concerns such as:<\/p>\n